Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8
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![Fujifilm X-E2S front Fujifilm X-E2S front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-E2S/Fujifilm-X-E2S-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Launched January 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 487g - 133 x 78 x 63mm
- Released July 2015
- Superseded the Panasonic GX7
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.
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The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 7 months later than the GX8 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades vs the GX8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-E2S | GX8 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2015 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX8 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
GX8 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GX8
Fujifilm X-E2S | GX8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys outside dimensions 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 Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GX8 in the latest Camera and 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 that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the GX8.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX8-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX8 is 85 and 74 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX8-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX8.
Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX8 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX8-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX8-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX8 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-15 | 2015-07-16 |
Body design | 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 area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 487 gr (1.07 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 133 x 78 x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 806 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 330 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $599 | $898 |