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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Leica M-E Typ 220 front
Portability
79
Imaging
65
Features
28
Overall
50

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Announced September 2017
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E4
Leica M-E Typ 220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 2500
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Revealed September 2012
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was introduced 5 years later than the M-E Typ 220 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up versus the M-E Typ 220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Leica M-E Typ 220

 Fujifilm X-E3 M-E Typ 220 
RevealedSeptember 2017September 2012Fresher by 61 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 M-E Typ 220 Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-E Typ 220

 Fujifilm X-E3 M-E Typ 220 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 comes with exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Leica M-E Typ 220 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs the M-E Typ 220.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and M-E Typ 220 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and M-E Typ 220.

To sum up, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E3 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography advice
Leica M-E Typ 220 Portrait photography advice
80
focusing manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
71
has manual focus
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Street photography with Leica M-E Typ 220
72
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus by touch
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
65
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography info
Leica M-E Typ 220 Sports photography info
75
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
46
resolution is good (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography details
Leica M-E Typ 220 Travel photography details
77
supports bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
good resolution (24 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
57
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
no Timelapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography details
Leica M-E Typ 220 Landscape photography details
79
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
61
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
resolution is good (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2.5")
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging highlights
Leica M-E Typ 220 Vlogging highlights
37
touchscreen
includes face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic jack
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
9
no video
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-E Typ 220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-E Typ 220
 Fujifilm X-E3Leica M-E Typ 220
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Leica M-E Typ 220
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2017-09-07 2012-09-17
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CCD
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 5212 x 3472
Highest native ISO 12800 2500
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 80
RAW support
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 325 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica M
Amount of lenses 54 59
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.5"
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.68x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) -
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 585g (1.29 pounds)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 69
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.7
DXO Low light score not tested 787
Other
Battery life 350 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $700 $0