X-E2vs Sigma fp L
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Sigma fp L (2021)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for High-resolution creative & documentary shooters
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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.
High-Resolution Creative & Documentary Shooters — Sigma fp L (2021): 61MP and phase-detect AF in the world's smallest full-frame body — the fp L is the most capable iteration of Sigma's extraordinary compact.
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
Sigma fp L (2021)
- Commercial photographers who want 61MP in the world's smallest full-frame body
- Filmmakers using the fp L as a high-resolution cinema camera
- fp owners who need more resolution for large-format printing
- L-mount photographers who want extreme resolution in an ultra-compact form
Quick take: The sigma fp l has the highest resolution at 61mp; the x-e2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E2 (2013) | Sigma fp L (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 61.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 427g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None (optional clip-on EVF available) |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | Sigma fp L |
|---|---|---|
| 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 →
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