Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony A35

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony A35, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 2 years later than the A35 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores vs the A35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 has 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) whilst the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the A35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and A35 is 85 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and A35.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.