Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm X-E2

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-E2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-E2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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-Pro3 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-E2 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a 62 % 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

Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E2. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-E2 has 200 to 6400.

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-Pro3
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E2

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro3 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-E2 can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-E2 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.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 weighs 497 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 42% heavier than Fujifilm X-E2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-E2, 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-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Name	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Release Year	2019	2013
Release Date	2019-10-23	2013-10-18
MSRP	1799 USD	999 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	6240 x 4160 pixels	4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels	26 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor 4	EXR Processor II
Image	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
ISO Range	160 - 12800	200 - 6400
White Balance Presets	0	7
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-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	425	N/A
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Fujifilm X 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	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
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1620000	1040000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT color LCD monitor
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	3690000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Frames per second	11 fps	7 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	7 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	No	No
Metering modes	Multi Spot Average	Multi Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
HDMI Output	No	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	Yes Built-in (Image playback/sharing, geo-tagging)
Remote Control	Yes (wired, cable release or smartphone)	Optional through RR-90
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-Pro3	Fujifilm X-E2
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Li-ion battery NP-W126S	Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	440 shots	350 shots
Width	141 mm	129 mm
Height	83 mm	75 mm
Depth	46 mm	37 mm
Weight	497 gram	350 gram