X-E2vs Z30
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 & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
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
Z30 (2022)
- Vloggers and content creators who don't need an EVF
- Beginners entering the Nikon Z system at the lowest price point
- Streamers who want a compact interchangeable-lens camera for desk use
- Travel and lifestyle shooters who want a compact APS-C Z body
Quick take: The z30 has the highest resolution at 21mp; the x-e2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E2 (2013) | Z30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £479 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 405g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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