X-E2vs G85
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.
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
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
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
Quick take: The x-e2 has the highest resolution at 16mp; the x-e2 is the most affordable; only the g85 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E2 (2013) | G85 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £350 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 16.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 9fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 426g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | G85 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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