Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 407g - 124 x 72 x 47mm
- Introduced February 2018

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GX9, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-E2S was revealed 3 years earlier than the GX9 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the GX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-E2S | GX9 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX9 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
GX9 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | January 2016 | More modern by 25 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+200k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GX9
Fujifilm X-E2S | GX9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S features outside 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 Panasonic GX9 has dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the GX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX9 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX9.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2S is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-01-15 | 2018-02-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
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 | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced 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 detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,240k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 407 gr (0.90 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 124 x 72 x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 photos over 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $599 | $1,000 |