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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Olympus PEN E-P5 front
Portability
85
Imaging
53
Features
76
Overall
62

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
Olympus E-P5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
  • Released October 2013
  • Replaced the Olympus E-P3
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Overview

The following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the E-P5 (16MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-P5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 2 years after the E-P5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades vs the E-P5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Olympus E-P5

 Fujifilm X-E2S E-P5 
ReleasedJanuary 2016October 2013Newer by 28 months
Screen resolution1040k1037kClearer screen (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 E-P5 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-P5

 Fujifilm X-E2S E-P5 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2S features physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P5 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the E-P5.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-P5 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-P5.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The younger Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Portrait photography with Olympus E-P5
75
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW files
71
you can focus manually
great flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
good megapixels (16MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes face detection focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography information
Olympus E-P5 Street photography information
66
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
78
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
boasts touch focus
very good ISO range (25,600)
heavier than competitors (420g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography features
Olympus E-P5 Sports photography features
69
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
68
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (16MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
includes tracking autofocus
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Travel photography camera
Olympus E-P5 as a Travel photography camera
72
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
boasts touch focus
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
heavier than competitors (420g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography information
Olympus E-P5 Landscape photography information
75
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3")
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
79
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (16MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging details
Olympus E-P5 Vlogging details
34
features face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
33
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competitors (420g)
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-P5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-P5
 Fujifilm X-E2SOlympus PEN E-P5
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm X-E2S Olympus PEN E-P5
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-01-15 2013-10-03
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 77 35
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 7.00 m (ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64)
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s 1/320s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 420 grams (0.93 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 72
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 895
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 330 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $599 $389