Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF5

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was brought out 24 months after the GF5 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the GF5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF5 is 85 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-E2 will give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2 provides an edge in sensor technology.