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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Announced March 2014
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-E2S
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Boost to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Announced March 2023
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E2 ZV-E1 
Screen resolution1040k1037kSharper screen (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 ZV-E1 Fujifilm X-E2 
AnnouncedMarch 2023March 2014More recent by 110 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E2 ZV-E1 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Screen dimensions3"3.00"Equal screen measurements

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

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

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

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.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography factors
74
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW files
71
has manual focus
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography factors
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
84
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
provides focus via touch
environment sealing
lighter than competitors (483g)
very good ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Sports photography with Sony ZV-E1
69
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking focus
comes with phase detect AF
no image stabilization
71
quiet shutter (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery pack (570 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
low max shutter speed (1/s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography information
72
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
79
good battery pack (570 shots)
lighter than competitors (483g)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
provides focus via touch
selfie friendly screen
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography features
74
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
79
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.00")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
good battery pack (570 shots)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Vlogging info
Sony ZV-E1 Vlogging info
34
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
85
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 1920 resolution)
does have microphone port
lighter than competitors (483g)
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-E2Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Sony ZV-E1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2014-03-05 2023-03-29
Body design 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 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Max native ISO 6400 102400
Max enhanced ISO - 409600
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW format
Min enhanced ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 49 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 195
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s -
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 7.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated 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
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x1920
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 gr (0.77 lbs) 483 gr (1.06 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
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 photographs 570 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $450 $2,198