X-E2vs A7C 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.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the x-e2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E2 (2013) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 7fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 350g (body only) | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 74.9 × 38.3mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E2 | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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