Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2016
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Introduced November 2017
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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).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Leica CL
| Fujifilm X-E2S | CL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Fujifilm X-E2S
| CL | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2017 |  | January 2016 | Newer by 22 months |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Leica CL
| Fujifilm X-E2S | CL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL Physical Comparison
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.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica CL Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E2S | Leica CL | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Leica CL |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2017-11-21 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | Maestro II |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 370.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6014 x 4014 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 50000 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 77 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
| Available lenses | 54 | 30 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.74x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/25000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350g (0.77 lbs) | 403g (0.89 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP-DC12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $599 | $3,799 |