Rating 4.3 63 reviews
Manufacturer: Fujifilm
Review guidelines
13 years ago

Fujifilm X-E1: Review

I immediately appreciated the Fujifilm X-E1 , since in practice the "cousin" with interchangeable lenses. But it is undeniable that this new system is a really good party: good and excellent optical sensors.
Pros:
  • Vintage aesthetic
  • Ergonomics
  • Flash easily integrated directional upward
  • Image quality
Cons:
  • Lack of the last manual focus mode and focus peaking split-image
  • Shutter speed Auto ISO is not configurable
  • Noise tendon focal plane shutter
  • Battery indicator residual misleading
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gdgt
12 years ago

I wanted to move from dSLR to something smaller, but wasn't ready to sacrifice the functionality and image quality.I'm so impressed with dynamic range, sharpness and image quality... I can't get the smile off of my face, for weeks :) This is one beautiful and joyful camera.
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PhotoReview
13 years ago

Fujifilm X-E1

Having provided a detailed 'First Look' at Fujifilm's X-E1 interchangeable-lens camera in September, rather than re-hash the information supplied there, we'll concentrate on aspects of the camera we were unable to assess in our initial overview: handling and performance.
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harveynorman.com.au
12 years ago

Takes pictures the way you see it. That's all you can hope for in a camera
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Amateur Photographer
13 years ago

Fujifilm X-E1 review

It came as no surprise that on the back of the success Fujifilm had with its fashionable rangefinder-style FinePix X100, the company should announce what is effectively an interchangeable-lens version in the form of the X-Pro1. What is perhaps surprising is just how good the newer model is.
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Camera Labs
13 years ago

Fujifilm X-E1

The Fujifilm X-E1 is the second mirrorless model from the company to use the X-mount. It was launched in September 2012 and has the same rangefinder aesthetic and analogue controls as its forerunner the X-Pro 1.
Pros:
  • Excellent image quality
  • Superb high ISO noise performance
  • Big
  • bright
  • high resolution EVF
  • Built-in flash
  • External mic/remote socket
  • 6fps continuous shooting
Cons:
  • EVF prone to extraneous light
  • No direct movie record button
  • Limited movie modes
  • AF perfomance still so-so
  • No gadgets like built-in Wifi or GPS
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zopper.com
12 years ago

A Decent Slr

I bought this camera for WildLife photography as I love to trek. This camera is very portable and also takes great photos. The lens kit provided helps me take night photos easily which was an expected feature.
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Photo answers
13 years ago

We really like this camera - it looks great, it's intuitive to use and image quality is very good. The X-E1 is aimed at enthusiasts and professional photographers looking for an even more compact and lightweight alternative to the X-Pro 1.
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wexphotographic.com
13 years ago

Great back-up to a full size DSLR

Fuji have really carved a niche for themselves with the X Series - and the X-E1 is a brilliant addition. I wanted a smaller camera for travel and family events use as I found lugging my Canon 7D and lenses around a bit of a chore.The image quality and dynamic range in the JPEGS, never mind the RAW...
Pros:
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Lightweight
Cons:
  • Auto Focus
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DigitalVersus
13 years ago

Fujifilm X-E1

Fujifilm is expanding its range of compacts with large-format sensors with the X-E1. While Fuji's X-Pro1 advanced compact is a practically pro-level camera, this more accessible model has a similar feel to the X100 but with the...
Pros:
  • Impeccable image quality up to 3200 ISO
  • and still excellent at 6400 ISO
  • Top-quality 18-55 mm zoom lens (build and performances
  • Camera build and finish
  • pleasant to handle
  • Relatively precise and nicely defined viewfinder
  • Plenty of advanced controls and settings
Cons:
  • No swivel screen / Some buttons and thumb wheel feel a bit plasticky
  • Some strange handling features (dense menus
  • thumb wheel could be more useful
  • Autofocus still isn't on par with competitors
  • particularly in low light and in video mode
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