Fujifilm X-E2S vs X70: full comparison
The X-E2S and X70 are closely matched — the right pick comes down to what you shoot.
Also searched as XE2S vs X70, and in the other order as X70 vs XE2S.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X70 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-E and the X70. Both launched in 2016. Both launched at 699 USD.
On paper the X-E2S is the stronger body of the two. It gives you a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder and 350-shot battery life.
The X70 isn't far behind. It hits back with 8 fps continuous shooting and a lighter 340g body.
So which one? If you want a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder, get the X-E2S. If 8 fps continuous shooting is closer to what you actually need, the X70 is the smarter buy.
Where the X-E2S wins
- +a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder
- +350-shot battery life
Where the X70 wins
- +8 fps continuous shooting
- +a lighter 340g body
Who should buy the X-E2S or X70?
Buy the X-E2S if…
Pick the X-E2S if a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder, 350-shot battery life matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-E handling. Read the full X-E2S review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X70 if…
Pick the X70 if 8 fps continuous shooting, a lighter 340g body matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X70 handling. Read the full X70 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-E2S vs X70: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-E2S review and X70 review.
X-E2S vs X70: full specs
| Spec |  X-E2S2016 · $699 |  X702016 · $699 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2016 | 2016 |
| Launch price | 699 USD | 699 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans II | X-Trans II |
| Processor | EXR Processor II | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 7 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 60p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | None |
| LCD | 3" fixed | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 350g | 340g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-95 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 330 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-E2S review and the Fujifilm X70 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.