Fujifilm X-E4 vs Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Fujifilm X-E4 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The X-E4 is the better pick for a film look; the EOS M6 Mark II is better for beginners.
Choose the X-E4 for
- a lighter body (364g vs 408g)
- more lenses in our database (36 vs 9)
- a newer design (2021)
Choose the EOS M6 Mark II for
- more resolution (32.5MP vs 26.1MP)
- faster bursts (14fps vs 8fps)
- a lower price (from £524)
Specs side by side
| Spec | X-E4 | EOS M6 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 26.1MP | APS-C, 32.5MP |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Canon EF-M (APS-C) |
| Released | 2021 | 2019 |
| Burst | 8 fps | 14 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 12,800 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Weight | 364 g | 408 g |
| Battery | Fujifilm NP-W126S | Canon LP-E17 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £644 | £524–599 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (23 third-party) | 9 (4 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | EOS M6 Mark II |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | X-E4 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The X-E4 uses Fujifilm X (36 lenses in our database, 23 third-party) and the EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M (9 lenses, 4 third-party). Batteries: Fujifilm NP-W126S (about £46) vs Canon LP-E17 (about £45).
X-E4 compatible lenses → · EOS M6 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fujifilm X-E4 better than the Canon EOS M6 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The X-E4 offers a lighter body (364g vs 408g), more lenses in our database (36 vs 9), a newer design (2021); the EOS M6 Mark II offers more resolution (32.5MP vs 26.1MP), faster bursts (14fps vs 8fps), a lower price (from £524).
Which is better for video, the X-E4 or the EOS M6 Mark II?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the X-E4 or the EOS M6 Mark II?
The X-E4 costs No longer sold new new and from £644 used at MPB; the EOS M6 Mark II costs No longer sold new new and from £524 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Fujifilm X-E4 lenses on the EOS M6 Mark II?
Not directly. The X-E4 uses Fujifilm X and the EOS M6 Mark II uses Canon EF-M; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.