Fujifilm
X-E2
Classic compact X-E body with 16MP X-Trans image quality and a built-in EVF.
$999
Launch priceReleased Oct 2013
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 12.1 years newer.
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Wins
X-E2
Wins
Alpha 7 V
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher RAW buffer depth (95 frames vs 8 frames)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 7 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-E2
129 × 75 × 37 mm
350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
X-E2 is 1mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 45mm thinner than Alpha 7 V.
X-E2 is 345 g lighter than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 37mm X-E2 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-E2
129 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-E2
129 × 37 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-E2
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E2
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X-E2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129, 74.9, 37.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
350 g vs 695 g — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
95 frames vs 8 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-E2
Pros
- ✓Compact rangefinder style
- ✓16MP X-Trans look
- ✓Built-in EVF
Cons
- –No 4K
- –Old controls
- –Older AF
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-E2 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X-E2 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E2 and Alpha 7 V?
X-E2 is 16.3 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E2 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
X-E2 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E2 or the Alpha 7 V?
X-E2 reaches 7 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E2 and Alpha 7 V?
X-E2 weighs 350 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the X-E2 is 345 g lighter.
Do the X-E2 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
X-E2: Full HD. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-E2 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
X-E2: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X-E2 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E2 launched at $999 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The X-E2 is $1,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.