Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax E90

Here is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax E90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and E90 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was released 4 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax E90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the E90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and E90 is 85 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and E90.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E2 provides an advantage in sensor tech.