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Fujifilm X-E1

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User ratings:
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4.1 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Consumer ratings:
3.7 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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4.1 out of 5
19 user ratings
5 stars
36 %
4 stars
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3 stars
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Pros

  • crisp
  • sharp images
  • the camera is extremely comfortable to hold for long periods of time

Cons

  • the LCD screen does not tilt
  • Multi segment
  • centre-weighted

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • APS-C
  • 23.6x15.6 mm
  • 16 Mpx
  • 4896, 3264 px
  • Fujifilm X
  • 1.4
  • Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Single Auto Focus
  • 2.8 in
  • no

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Fujifilm X-E1 - Pros & Cons

Fujifilm X-E1

Pros

  • crisp
  • sharp images
  • the camera is extremely comfortable to hold for long periods of time
  • good looks and great performance
  • Dynamic range is great
  • The zoom is surprisingly good
  • looks
  • performance
  • and inspiration
  • Simple
  • flat buttons are intuitively placed

Cons

  • the LCD screen does not tilt
  • Multi segment
  • centre-weighted
  • spot
  • Auto
  • Program AE
  • shutter and aperture priority
  • Rechargeable lithium ion battery
  • rubber speed grip to be a little small
  • wielded from plastic construction
  • Plastic material does feel flimsy compared to the magnesium alloy top and bottom plates

Fujifilm X-E1 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
2.8 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
25600
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
16 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
4896 x 3264 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Fujifilm X-E1 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor formatAPS-C
Sensor size0.93 in
Effective pixels16.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h
  • 1:1
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Max resolution4896 x 3264 px
Other resolutions
  • 4896x2760
  • 3264x3264
  • 3456x2304
  • 3456x1944
  • 2304x230
  • 2496x1664
  • 2496x1408
  • 1664x1664
ProcessorEXR Pro
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Optics and focus
Lens mountFujifilm X
Magnification (Crop factor)1.5 x
Maximum aperture1.4
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast autofocusyes
Contrast adjustmentyes
Autofocus in recording modeyes
Focal length multiplier1.5x
Autofocus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • Face detection
  • Single Auto Focus
Manual focusyes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Image stabiliserLens based only
Filter diameter2.05 in
Phase detection autofocusno
Number of AF points (contrast)49
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Aperture priority
  • Manual
  • Shutter priority
Camera shutter typeMechanical
Minimum shutter speed30.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Exposure compensation plus2
Exposure compensation minus-2
Expousure compensation steps1/3
AE EV steps
  • 1/3
  • 2/3
  • 1
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 10
Histogramyes
WB BracketingNo
Subject / scene modesno
Flash sync speed1/180s
Built-in flashyes
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Flash ON
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
  • Suppressed
External flash connectionHot shoe
Flash metering systemTTL
External flashyes
Continuous drive6.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Panorama
  • Portrait
  • Self-portrait
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Average
  • Spot
Manual settingsyes
Self-timer options
  • 2
  • 10
Speed (JPEG)6.0 fps
Speed (RAW)6.0 fps
Exposure bracketing0.3 - 2.0±EV
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Speaker typeMono
Voice recordingyes
Audio systemStereo
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Dimensions
Weight10.58 oz
Width5.08 in
Height2.95 in
Depth1.51 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)350
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries supported1
On/off switchyes
Start-up time500.0 ms
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Other features
Timelapse recordingno
GPSno
Orientation sensoryes
Energy Star certifiedno
Frameyes
Tripod mounting supportedyes
Image editing modes
  • Crop
  • Resizing
  • Rotating
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Image
ISO
  • 200
  • 250
  • 320
  • 400
  • 500
  • 640
  • 800
  • 1000
  • 1250
  • 1600
  • 2000
  • 2250
  • 2500
  • 3200
  • 4000
  • 5000
  • 6400
ISO Autoyes
ISO minimum100
ISO maximum25600
Boosted ISO minimum100
Boosted ISO maximum25600
Maximum image resolution4896 x 3264 px
White balance presets7
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Underwater
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPG
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Negative film
  • Sepia
  • Vivid
Image stabilizeryes
Image stabilization typeNo
Supported aspect ratios
  • 1:1
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Uncompressed formatRAW
HDRno
AEB/HDR supportyes
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size2.8 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD
Screen dots460000
Touch screenno
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderElectronic
Viewfinder screen size0.5 in
Viewfinder coverage100.0 %
Viewfinder resolution2360000.0 px
Viewfinder magnification0.5 x
Dioptre correctionyes
Diopter adjustment (D-D)4 - 2
Separate info displayno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
  • Thumbnails
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080
Max frame rate (highest resolution)24.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)24.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate24.0 fps
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Design
Body typeMILC
Body materialAluminum-magnesium
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Silver
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DPOF
  • Exif 2.3
  • RAW
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Connectivity
mini connectoryes
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI connector typeMini
USB version2.0
Microphone portyes
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
Bluetoothno
Firewireno

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Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm - Editorial Reviews (41)

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Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1
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Published: 01.03.2013
Fujifilm X-E1
4.0

When Fujifilm launched the X system in January 2012, it did so with an unusually high-end body: the X-Pro1. With its unique hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder, solid metal body and analogue dial-led control philosophy, it was clearly targeted at professionals and enthusiasts looking for an updated take on the classic rangefinder concept. The X-Pro1 was generally well-received, but its price was always likely to limit its appeal. Fujifilm's X-E1 aims to broaden the line's appeal to wider range of enthusiasts, and will compete directly with the likes of the Sony Alpha NEX-7 and Olympus OM-D E-M5.

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1
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Pocket-lint
Published: 16.11.2012
Fujifilm X-E1
4.5

It's not cheap and the autofocus speed isn't going to see off its nearest competitors, but the X-E1 is a tool that never takes its eye off the

Fujifilm X-E1 Fuji X-E1 Review: Wonderful for Stills, But It's No Jack of All Trades
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Gizmodo
Published: 29.11.2012
Fuji X-E1 Review: Wonderful for Stills, But It's No Jack of All Trades

The Fuji X-Pro1 was a hit. But at $1700 for the body alone, it was (and still is) bonkers expensive. The new X-E1 is Fuji's reaction to that. With a pared down body and new kit lens, Fuji could maintain its enthusiast appeal—and attract a broader market.

Fujifilm X-E1 Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - Page 2 of 5 - Admiring Light
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Admiring Light
Published: 17.04.2013
Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - Page 2 of 5 - Admiring Light

Contents1Body and Ergonomics2Viewfinder and Screen3Operation and Menus4Autofocus and Performance5Flash6Image Quality: Resolution, Dynamic Range and Color7Image Quality: Noise8JPEG Quality9Video10In-Camera RAW Conversion11Other Features12Various Nitpicks13Conclusion14Image SamplesOperation and Menus The ‘retro’ look is very ‘in’ nowadays, with the success of the Olympus OM-D being a notable example. Fuji, however, takes the retro theme all the way to the controls....

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 19.01.2013
Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Digital Trends

Fujifilm’s stylish X-E1 sheds modern frivolities for a singular focus on photo quality, and a retro look to match.

Fujifilm X-E1 Camera Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - PDN Online
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PDN Online
Published: 29.01.2013
Camera Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - PDN Online

Despite all the advances in digital technology, photographers are a nostalgic lot. For evidence, look no further than the cultish popularity of some recent, retro-style digital sharpshooters such as the Olympus OM-D E-M5, which looks like a miniature version of an old SLR camera, and the Fujifilm X-Pro1, which resembles a Leica rangefinder. Truth is, this type of throwback camera...

Fujifilm X-E1 Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - The Phoblographer
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The Phoblographer
Published: 25.01.2013
Review: Fujifilm X-E1 - The Phoblographer

The X-E1 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera is an interesting take by Fujifilm on the EVF cameras that have been dominating the mirrorless category for a couple of years now. Since the mirrorless camera by nature does not allow for a true through-the-lens viewfinder, if manufacturers wanted to put a viewfinder on the camera they had to used an electronic one. That is, until the Fuji X100 came along. (I’m leaving digital rangefinders out of this statement because they are not the same thing as a mirrorless camera although they are functionally similar)

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Camera Decision
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Camera Decision
Published: 28.02.2013
Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Camera Decision
2.8

Fujifilm X-E1 is a 16.0MP Entry-Level Mirrorless camera with a APS-C sized CMOS X-TRANS I sensor and Fujifilm X mount. Read our X-E1 review to find its pros and cons.

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 Review - Steve's Digicams
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Fujifilm X-E1 Review - Steve's Digicams

Review posted 04/08/2013Quick TakeProsPlenty of dials for fast control when shootingIncredibly quality throughout the entire standard ISO range10 available X-mount lenses and an adapter for M-mount lensesExcellent Low-Light performanceLarge, bright and vivid LCD screenOLED viewfinder is a pleasure, showing

Fujifilm X-E1 2013 Top Products Of The Year: The Best Gear In 40 Categories
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Published: 13.09.2013
2013 Top Products Of The Year: The Best Gear In 40 Categories

Every year member magazines from the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) gather to consider and vote on the top products of the year in 40 categories, ranging from cameras to tripods to software and printers. This year’s selections represent technological sophistication along with features and functionality that make them leaders in their respective categories.  

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Photography Blog
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Published: 12.11.2012
Fujifilm X-E1 Review | Photography Blog
4.5

The Fujifilm X-E1 is a new premium compact system camera. The retro, rangefinder-styled X-E1 offers the same image sensor and lens mount as the flagship X-Pro in a smaller, lighter body, with a new electronic viewfinder, built-in flash, 18-55m kit lens and more affordable price tag. Read our Fujifilm X-E1 review to find out if it's a viable alternative to the X-Pro1...

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 - A Concentrated Mirrorless Camera
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Published: 19.12.2012
Fujifilm X-E1 - A Concentrated Mirrorless Camera
4.0

Fujifilm has been on fire riding the retro/mirrorless combination. The X-E1 is a smaller, concentrated version of the X-Pro1, minus the optical viewfinder, bulk and price. It keeps the same unique X-Trans sensor, so performance should be the same - the question is, does it keep the bad of the X-Pro1 as well as the good?

Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm XE-1 Review
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Digital Photography School
Published: 29.11.2012
Fujifilm XE-1 Review
3.0

When the X-Pro1 was announced to a surprised market earlier in 2012 I then remarked on my scepticism at the release of a magnesium alloy bodied, mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. Then it sunk in and I added that other companies had performed ‘major rethinks about the future of upper level digital cameras: like Olympus with […]

Fujifilm X-E1 Fuji X-E1 Review
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Fuji X-E1 Review
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Published: 19.11.2012
Fujifilm X-E1
4.4

Fujifilm's second X Series interchangeable-lens camera provides most of the features of the X-Pro 1 in a smaller, lighter body.

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