Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF1

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 6 years after the GF1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up vs the GF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus the GF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF1 is 85 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E2S should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.