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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 (1/s)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography features
72
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
79
better than average battery pack (570 per charge)
lighter than others (483g)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
screen is selfie friendly
low resolution (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Landscape photography camera
75
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
79
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (570 per charge)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Vlogging camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Vlogging camera
34
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
85
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
comes with mic support
lighter than others (483 grams)
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-E2SSony ZV-E1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Sony ZV-E1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2016-01-15 2023-03-29
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor 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 surface area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 6400 102400
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 409600
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 100 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 77 759
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 195
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inch 3.00 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs -
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set 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 no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 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
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x1920
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 gr (0.77 lbs) 483 gr (1.06 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 570 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $599 $2,198