Fujifilm X-E1

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.

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

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.

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

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...

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 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.

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

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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 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?

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