Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony A7 IV

Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony A7 IV, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and A7 IV (33MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and A7 IV (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 8 years before the A7 IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the A7 IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Sony Alpha A7 IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Sony A7 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony A7 IV has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the A7 IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and A7 IV is 85 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and A7 IV.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7 IV will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.