Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q

Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E2S and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was manufactured 4 years after the Q which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up against the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers outer 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) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S and Pentax Q in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and Q is 85 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Q.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.