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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
75
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Olympus PEN E-PL8 front
Portability
86
Imaging
55
Features
76
Overall
63

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 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
  • Released January 2016
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-E3
Olympus E-PL8
(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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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Overview

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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The Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 8 months prior to the E-PL8 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

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 resolution1040k1037kCrisper screen (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL8 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 E-PL8 Fujifilm X-E2S 
RevealedSeptember 2016January 2016Fresher by 8 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed 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 sizing3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Portrait photography with Olympus E-PL8
76
focusing manually
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detection focus
exports RAW formats
73
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
Olympus E-PL8 as a Street photography camera
67
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
84
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
comes with focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Sports photography camera
Olympus E-PL8 as a Sports photography camera
70
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
67
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides tracking autofocus
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography information
Olympus E-PL8 Travel photography information
72
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
72
comes with focus via touch
good resolution (16MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus E-PL8 as a Landscape photography camera
76
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
80
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging features
Olympus E-PL8 Vlogging features
35
has face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external mic port
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
36
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
missing external mic port
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PL8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PL8
 Fujifilm X-E2SOlympus 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