Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7
85 Imaging
59 Features
75 Overall
65


86 Imaging
53 Features
81 Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Announced September 2014
- Previous Model is Olympus E-PL6
- New Model is Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the E-PL7 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PL7 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-E2S was released 17 months after the E-PL7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the E-PL7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S & Olympus PEN E-PL7. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Olympus E-PL7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-E2S | E-PL7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 17 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL7 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
E-PL7 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL7
Fujifilm X-E2S | E-PL7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL7 has proportions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the E-PL7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL7 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL7.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus PEN E-PL7 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus PEN E-PL7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2014-09-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | TruePic VII |
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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) | 357 grams (0.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 115 x 67 x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 873 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 350 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $499 |