X-e1 - doubt about sharpness

I wouldn't trust any of these comparisons.

1. The JPEG version of the studio scene is done with default settings. To get a sharper image, crank up sharpness to +2. Other aspects might suffer, though.

2. The RAW version has been processed with ACR, and it's known to have its fair share of problems.

3. Different lenses were used for the shot.

The only way to get to the bottom of this is to process the images yourself.

Having said that, the X-E1/18-55mm combo compares favorably to my D7000/18-200mm combo when it comes to sharpness and detail. YMMV.