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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3

Portability
85 Imaging
59 Features
75 Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Sony FX3 front
Portability
62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Sony FX3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Announced February 2021
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 6 years earlier than the FX3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the FX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Sony FX3

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-E2S FX3 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

		

		

			
 FX3 Fujifilm X-E2S 
AnnouncedFebruary 2021January 2016Fresher by 62 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1440k1040kSharper display (+400k dot)
Selfie screen  Take selfies
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony FX3

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-E2S FX3 
Focus manually  Dial exact focusing
Display dimensions3"3.00"Equal display measurements
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got external 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) whilst the Sony FX3 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the FX3.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and FX3 is 85 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and FX3.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2S featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm X-E2S will result in more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2S will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Fujifilm X-E2S as a Portrait photography camera
 Sony FX3 as a Portrait photography camera
75
 focusing manually
 good megapixels (16 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 supports face detection focusing
 delivers RAW formats
71
 you can focus manually
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 includes face detection autofocus
 exports RAW files
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography features
Sony FX3 Street photography features
66
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 delivers RAW formats
 no moving screen
 no image stabilization
76
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 boasts touch focus
 environment sealing
 above average high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography information
Sony FX3 Sports photography information
69
 good megapixels (16MP)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 supports tracking autofocus
 sensor has phase detect AF
 no image stabilization
76
 maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 includes tracking autofocus
 environment sealing
 better than average battery power (600 CIPA)
 sensor has phase detect autofocus
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison
 Fujifilm X-E2S as a Travel photography camera
 Sony FX3 as a Travel photography camera
72
 good megapixels (16MP)
 built-in flash
 does not have selfie friendly display
71
 better than average battery power (600 per charge)
 environment sealing
 connects via bluetooth
 boasts touch focus
 selfie friendly screen
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography factors
Sony FX3 Landscape photography factors
75
 focusing manually
 switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 screen size is good (3")
 good megapixels (16MP)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 doesnt have anti aliasing filter
 delivers RAW formats
 no image stabilization
77
 you can focus manually
 switch lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen size is good (3.00")
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 above average high ISO (102,400)
 exports RAW files
 environment sealing
 better than average battery power (600 CIPA)
 two card slots
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging highlights
Sony FX3 Vlogging highlights
34
 supports face detection focusing
 high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
 includes external microphone port
 does not have selfie friendly display
 no image stabilization
77
 selfie friendly screen
 built-in touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 includes face detection autofocus
 high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
 includes external mic socket
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony FX3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony FX3
 Fujifilm X-E2SSony FX3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E2S Sony FX3
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2016-01-15 2021-02-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 3:2 and  16:9
Maximum resolution 4896 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 6400 102400
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 409600
Minimum native ISO 200 80
RAW data    
Minimum boosted ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
AF touch    
AF continuous    
AF single    
AF tracking    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
Multi area AF    
AF live view    
Face detect AF    
Contract detect AF    
Phase detect AF    
Number of focus points 77 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Amount of lenses 54 187
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 7.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Highest 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) 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 350g (0.77 lbs) 716g (1.58 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 3900
Other
Battery life 350 photos 600 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature   With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots One 2
Retail cost $599 $3,900