Fujifilm X-E2 vs Panasonic GF7

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 11 months earlier than the GF7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up against the GF7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys 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 GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E2 and Panasonic GF7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the GF7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF7 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and GF7.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.