Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2016
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 357g - 115 x 67 x 38mm
- Revealed September 2016
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL7
- Updated by Olympus E-PL9
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.
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Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the E-PL8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Olympus E-PL8
| Fujifilm X-E2S | E-PL8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1037k | Crisper screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
| E-PL8 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2016 |  | January 2016 | Fresher by 8 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL8
| Fujifilm X-E2S | E-PL8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL8 has dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus the E-PL8.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL8 is 85 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PL8.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2S uses the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm X-E2S will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus PEN E-PL8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm X-E2S | Olympus PEN E-PL8 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2016-01-15 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 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 surface area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 77 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 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 |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lb) | 357 gr (0.79 lb) |
| 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 All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 350 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
| 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 |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $599 | $500 |