X-E2vs Z50 II
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.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
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
Z50 II (2024)
- Beginners stepping into the Nikon Z system wanting improved autofocus
- Content creators who want APS-C Z quality with subject detection AF
- Z50 owners who want meaningfully better AF performance for people and pets
- Travel photographers wanting a compact, capable Z body at an accessible price
Quick take: The z50 ii 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) | Z50 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £899 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 385g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| 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 |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | Z50 II |
|---|---|---|
| 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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