Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL6

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the E-PL6 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was unveiled 18 months later than the E-PL6 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up versus the E-PL6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL6 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the E-PL6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL6 is 85 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL6.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2S should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.