Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 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
- Introduced January 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF6
- Replacement is Panasonic GF8
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm X-E2S was unveiled 12 months after the GF7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up versus the GF7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-E2S | GF7 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
GF7 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GF7
Fujifilm X-E2S | GF7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the GF7.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF7-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF7 is 85 and 90 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GF7.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S contains the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2015-02-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 16 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 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 5.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) | 266 grams (0.59 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
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 | 230 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $599 | $308 |