Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony A7

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony A7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was announced 2 months later than the A7 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up against the A7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with physical measurements 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 Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony A7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the A7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and A7 is 85 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and A7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7 will produce more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.