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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Released January 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E3
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Revealed March 2023
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was released 8 years earlier than the ZV-E1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up against the ZV-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E2S ZV-E1 
Screen resolution1040k1037kSharper screen (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 ZV-E1 Fujifilm X-E2S 
RevealedMarch 2023January 2016More modern by 87 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E2S ZV-E1 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen size3"3.00"Same screen measurement

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2S has physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Sony ZV-E1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the ZV-E1.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and ZV-E1 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and ZV-E1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2S due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E2S will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography features
75
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
supports RAW files
71
focusing manually
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography highlights
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
84
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
environment proofing
lighter than others (483g)
great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography features
69
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
71
quiet shooting (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (570 per charge)
supports phase detect auto focus
low max shutter speed