X-E2vs X-T3
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Casual — X-E2 (2013): The X-E2 is where the X-mount system matured. The X-Trans II sensor delivers rich, film-like rendering that still looks beautiful, and the rangefinder-style body is slim and pocketable. Manual aperture ring support, a quality EVF, and Fujifilm's colour science make it a rewarding camera to use. A bargain on the used market for anyone who wants the Fujifilm experience without the modern price tag.
Video, Street, Travel, Portrait — X-T3 (2018): The camera that proved APS-C could punch above full-frame on video.
Who should buy what
X-E2 (2013)
- Street photographers wanting Fujifilm on a budget
- Beginners stepping into the X-mount system
- Compact camera enthusiasts who want film simulations
X-T3 (2018)
- Hybrid shooters who want 4K 60fps 10-bit without full-frame prices
- Street photographers who want physical dials and compact size
Quick take: The x-t3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-e2 is the most affordable; only the x-t3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E2 (2013) | X-T3 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £649 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K 60fps 10-bit (internal) |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 11fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 539g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 132.5 × 92.8 × 58.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF 0.75× 3.69M-dot |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, Micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | X-T3 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
More comparisons with X-E2
Camera family history