Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL2

Lets examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was revealed 4 years later than the E-PL2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades vs the E-PL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL2 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the E-PL2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL2 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL2.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.