Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1

Below is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony ZV-E1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) provide different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 10 years before the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up against the ZV-E1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2 & Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 has 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) while the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the ZV-E1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and ZV-E1 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and ZV-E1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm X-E2 will render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.