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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
82
Features
80
Overall
81

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(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
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E2S
Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Launched March 2021
  • Replaced the Sigma fp
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Overview

Following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 8 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up against the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Sigma fp L

 Fujifilm X-E2 fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Fujifilm X-E2

 fp L Fujifilm X-E2 
LaunchedMarch 2021March 2014More modern by 85 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1040kClearer display (+1060k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sigma fp L

 Fujifilm X-E2 fp L 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the fp L.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and fp L is 85 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and fp L.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will produce more detail due to its extra 45MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Portrait photography info
Sigma fp L Portrait photography info
74
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
89
has manual focus
amazing sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography highlights
Sigma fp L Street photography highlights
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
78
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
boasts touch to focus
weather proofing
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Sports photography details
Sigma fp L Sports photography details
69
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
78
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
amazing sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
low battery life (240 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Travel photography with Sigma fp L
72
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
73
weather proofing
boasts touch to focus
amazing sensor resolution (61MP)
low battery life (240 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography details
Sigma fp L Landscape photography details
74
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
81
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inch)
amazing sensor resolution (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
no image stabilization
low battery life (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E2
Vlogging with Sigma fp L
34
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with external microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
38
screen is touchscreen
provides face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sigma fp L
 Fujifilm X-E2Sigma fp L
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sigma
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Sigma fp L
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2014-03-05 2021-03-25
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 61MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 9520 x 6328
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Min enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 49 49
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica L
Total lenses 54 40
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3.2"
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 3,680 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.83x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes (USB Power Delivery supported)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 427 grams (0.94 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 240 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $450 $2,499