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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
75
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Olympus PEN E-PM2 front
Portability
89
Imaging
53
Features
63
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
  • Launched May 2013
  • Superseded the Olympus E-PM1
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 2 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up against the E-PM2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Olympus E-PM2

 Fujifilm X-E2S E-PM2 
LaunchedJanuary 2016May 2013More recent by 33 months
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 E-PM2 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PM2

 Fujifilm X-E2S E-PM2 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers exterior measurements 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-PM2 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the E-PM2.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PM2 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and E-PM2.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography details
Olympus E-PM2 Portrait photography details
76
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
71
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
has face detection focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
Olympus E-PM2 as a Street photography camera
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
79
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography highlights
Olympus E-PM2 Sports photography highlights
70
decent megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
comes with phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
66
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
has tracking autofocus
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Travel photography with Olympus E-PM2
72
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have selfie friendly screen
66
supports focus via touch
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography factors
Olympus E-PM2 Landscape photography factors
76
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
74
manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging features
Olympus E-PM2 Vlogging features
35
includes face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have microphone port
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
36
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Olympus E-PM2
 Fujifilm X-E2SOlympus PEN E-PM2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm X-E2S Olympus PEN E-PM2
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2016-01-15 2013-05-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 77 35
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 7.0 frames per sec 8.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 secs 1/250 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
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 350g (0.77 lb) 269g (0.59 lb)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 72
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.2
DXO Low light score not tested 932
Other
Battery life 350 images 360 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 BLS-5
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $599 $448