• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Fujifilm X-E2 advantages over Fujifilm X-T30 II

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.82 vs 3.77 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer video battery life
    110 vs 45 minutes
    Capture more video
  • More telephoto lens reach
    84 mm vs 68 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens

Fujifilm X-T30 II advantages over Fujifilm X-E2

  • Less expensive
    $900 vs $1400 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Newer
    2 years vs 10 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    26.1 vs 16.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle kit lens
    23 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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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-T30 II
Fujifilm X-E1
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

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-T30 II
Samsung Galaxy NX
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Built-in GPS

Compared to Fujifilm X-E2S

Fujifilm X-E2
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • $1250
  • APS-C
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
  • $1250
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer video battery life

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Fujifilm X-E2
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer video battery life
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • More dots on screen
  • $849
  • APS-C

Compared to Nikon Z 30

Fujifilm X-E2
Nikon Z 30
  • $1059
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Shoot 4K video
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Nikon Z 30
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life
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