Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Leica CL, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and CL (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 22 months before the CL which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades vs the CL with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2S & Leica CL. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Leica CL Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Leica CL has measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Leica CL in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the CL.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and CL is 85 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and CL.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Leica CL to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.