Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Released March 2014
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E1
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic GF5
- Replacement is Panasonic GF7

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 12 months later than the GF6 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up versus the GF6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Panasonic GF6
Fujifilm X-E2 | GF6 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | ![]() | April 2013 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Fujifilm X-E2
GF6 | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF6
Fujifilm X-E2 | GF6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 features outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the GF6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF6 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF6.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 has the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer Fujifilm X-E2 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-03-05 | 2013-04-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 323g (0.71 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 340 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $450 | $326 |