Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF2

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 3 years later than the GF2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores vs the GF2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 offers physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic GF2 has specifications of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the GF2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF2 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF2.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-E2 will give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.