Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850
Portability
85 Imaging
59 Features
75 Overall
65
85 Imaging
59 Features
75 Overall
65
Portability
90 Imaging
55 Features
70 Overall
61
90 Imaging
55 Features
70 Overall
61
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850 Key Specs
Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Announced January 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Panasonic GX850
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
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Below is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and GX850 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.
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Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up versus the GX850 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Panasonic GX850
| Fujifilm X-E2S | GX850 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX850 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
| GX850 | Fujifilm X-E2S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2017 |  | January 2016 | More recent by 11 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Panasonic GX850
| Fujifilm X-E2S | GX850 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to consider 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") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the GX850.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX850 is 85 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GX850.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S includes the larger sensor which should make achieving bokeh easier. The older Fujifilm X-E2S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography details
Panasonic GX850 Portrait photography details
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW files
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features face detect focus
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
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Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
Panasonic GX850 as a Street photography camera
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
features touch to focus
very good ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Sports photography with Panasonic GX850
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/500 seconds)
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography factors
Panasonic GX850 Travel photography factors
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
features touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic GX850 as a Landscape photography camera
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
very good ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (210 CIPA)
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Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging factors
Panasonic GX850 Vlogging factors
has face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone support
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
features face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
no image stabilization
lack of mic port
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Panasonic GX850 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2017-01-04 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3448 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW support | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 77 | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
| Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
| 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 rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 210 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10 sec, 3 images/10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $599 | $548 |