Fujifilm X-E2 vs Canon EOS 6D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon EOS 6D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-E2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS 6D is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-E2 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 6D was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-E2 | 2013 |
Canon EOS 6D | 2012 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-E2 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 6D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS 6D has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-E2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 6D | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-E2 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 6D has 20,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Canon EOS 6D |
20,2 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Canon EOS 6D has a 25 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-E2. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 6D has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E2. Canon EOS 6D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-E2 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-E2 | 200-6400 |
Canon EOS 6D | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 6D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E2 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 6D can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-E2 | 7 |
Canon EOS 6D | 4,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon EOS 6D can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 6D weighs 770 gr (equal to 1.7 lb) which is 120% heavier than Fujifilm X-E2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-E2 | 350 gr 0.77 lb |
Canon EOS 6D | 770 gr 1.7 lb |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Canon EOS 6D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E2 and Canon EOS 6D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Name | Fujifilm X-E2 | Canon EOS 6D |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2013-10-18 | 2012-09-17 |
MSRP | 999 USD | 2099 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 5472 x 3648 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 20,2 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | DIGIC 5+ |
Image |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | N/A | 11 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT color LCD monitor | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 97% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Frames per second | 7 fps | 4,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Image playback/sharing, geo-tagging) |
Yes Built-in |
Remote Control |
Optional through RR-90
|
Yes (Remote control with N3 type contact, Wireless Controller LC-5, Remote Controller RC-6)
|
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in, Image tagging and tracking modes |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-E2 |
Canon EOS 6D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 1090 shots |
Width | 129 mm | 145 mm |
Height | 75 mm | 111 mm |
Depth | 37 mm | 71 mm |
Weight | 350 gram | 770 gram |