Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic G6

Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was released 11 months after the G6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up versus the G6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the G6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and G6 is 85 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and G6.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.