Fujifilm X-T20 vs X-E2S: full comparison
The X-T20 leads on more headline specs, but the X-E2S counters on a lighter 350 g body.
Also searched as XT20 vs XE2S, and in the other order as XE2S vs XT20.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T20 and Fujifilm X-E2S are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-T and the X-E. The X-T20 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2017. At launch the X-T20 was $899 and the X-E2S $699, making the X-E2S the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T20 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 24.3 MP of resolution, 8 fps continuous shooting, and 4K/30p video.
The X-E2S isn't far behind. It hits back with a lighter 350 g body.
So which one? If you want 24.3 MP of resolution, get the X-T20. If a lighter 350 g body is closer to what you actually need, the X-E2S is the smarter buy. And the X-E2S costs less — $699 at launch.
Where the X-T20 wins
- +24.3 MP of resolution
- +8 fps continuous shooting
- +4K/30p video
Where the X-E2S wins
- +a lighter 350 g body
Who should buy the X-T20 or X-E2S?
Buy the X-T20 if…
Pick the X-T20 if 24.3 MP of resolution, 8 fps continuous shooting matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T20 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-E2S if…
Pick the X-E2S if a lighter 350 g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at $699. 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.
X-T20 vs X-E2S: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T20 review and X-E2S review.
X-T20 vs X-E2S: full specs
| Spec |  X-T202017 · $899 |  X-E2S2016 · $699 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2017 | 2016 |
| Launch price | $899 | $699 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans III | X-Trans II |
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–12800 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 325 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 7 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 30p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" tilt touch | 3" fixed |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 383 g | 350 g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-W126 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 350 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-T20 review and the Fujifilm X-E2S review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.