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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
75
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Released January 2016
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Launched June 2012
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was released 3 years later than the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up versus the Fujifilm X-Pro1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 Fujifilm X-E2S Fujifilm X-Pro1 
LaunchedJanuary 2016June 2012Fresher by 44 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Display resolution1230k1040kSharper display (+190k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X-Pro1

 Fujifilm X-E2S Fujifilm X-Pro1 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-Pro1 has sizing of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X-Pro1 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X-Pro1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Portrait photography camera
76
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
74
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Street photography camera
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
64
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography highlights
70
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
45
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low battery (300 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Travel photography camera
72
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
53
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery (300 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Landscape photography factors
76
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
65
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
saves RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
low battery (300 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Vlogging camera
35
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have microphone socket
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
26
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of external mic support
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X-Pro1
 Fujifilm X-E2SFujifilm X-Pro1
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Fujifilm X-Pro1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2016-01-15 2012-06-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II EXR Pro
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS X-TRANS I
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 4896 x 3264
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Highest boosted ISO 51200 25600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 77 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 54 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.6x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 7.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 450 grams (0.99 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 300 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NP-W126
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $599 $1,169