• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800

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Differences

Fujifilm X-E2 advantages over Fujifilm X-Pro2

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.82 vs 3.93 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Fujifilm X-Pro2 advantages over Fujifilm X-E2

  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    24.3 vs 16.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.2 fps vs 7.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    62 vs 18 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Weather-sealed, ergonomic camera body; Fast hybrid AF system; Excellent high ISO performance; Improved continuous shooting performance; Better video quality than previous Fuji cameras.

  • Some controls don't impress; Continuous autofocus still lags behind competing DSLR cameras; No 4K video; Fixed LCD without touchpanel.

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm X-E2
Fujifilm X-E1
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $1299
  • APS-C
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-E1
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Fast startup
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Samsung Galaxy NX

Fujifilm X-E2
Samsung Galaxy NX
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • External Mic Jack
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Samsung Galaxy NX
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X-E2S

Fujifilm X-E2
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • $1250
  • APS-C
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen
  • $1250
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Canon EOS M5

Fujifilm X-E2
Canon EOS M5
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Tiltable Screen
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Canon EOS M5
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-E2
Sony A6500
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $1303
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony A6500
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Higher max flash sync
  • More dots on screen
  • $1303
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen
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