X-E3vs X-T2
Fujifilm
X-T2 (2016)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Street, landscape, portrait & documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
Street, Landscape, Portrait & Documentary — X-T2 (2016): The X-T2 put Fujifilm on the map as a serious system — first X-T with 4K, dual SD, weather sealing, and fast AF that won over photographers worldwide.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
X-T2 (2016)
- Photographers wanting the Fujifilm X-T experience at a lower price than the X-T3/4/5
- Street and documentary photographers who want physical dials and weather sealing
- Landscape photographers who want dual card slots and a high-quality EVF
- Anyone entering the Fujifilm X-mount system on a budget
Quick take: The x-e3 is the most affordable; only the x-t2 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | X-T2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £549 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 507g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | X-T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| 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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