The Fujifilm X-E1 ($1,399 list with 18-55mm lens)($699.00 at Amazon) is the second interchangeable lens camera in Fuji's X series. It omits the hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder that is included with the top-end X-Pro1, and instead includes an extremely sharp OLED EVF. Its 16-megapixel X-Trans CMOS image sensor uses a larger 6-by-6 array pattern of red, green, and blue pixels, which promises to produce more natural, film-like images than standard 4-by-4 Bayer pattern; it also eliminates the need for a low-pass filter, as it is not prone to the moiré effect. The camera does produce excellent images and will make the right type of shooter very happy, but it isn't quite as good as our Editors' Choice for high-end compact interchangeable lens cameras, the Olympus OM-D E-M5($499.00 at Amazon). Design and Features The X-E1 features the same retro styling that has adorned many a mirrorless camera. Our review unit was chrome with black leatherette, but there's also an all-black versio...

The Fujifilm X-E1 is a solid mirrorless camera with an innovative image sensor, but it doesn't quite have the chops to unseat the Olympus OM-D E-M5 as our Editors' Choice.

Excellent high ISO images; 4.6fps shooting; Sharp kit lens; OLED EVF; Top-notch control layout; Built-in flash; Cool retro design

Fixed rear LCD; Noticeable shutter lag; Video support is limited to 24p

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.

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.

Excellent image quality; Superb high ISO noise performance; Big; bright; high resolution EVF; Built-in flash; External mic/remote socket; 6fps continuous shooting

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

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.

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.

Takes pictures the way you see it. That's all you can hope for in a camera

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Stunning image quality; premium finish and design; excellent EVF; no-nonsense handling

AF performance could still be better; rear screen not up to rivals standard

In recent years, Fuji has enjoyed great success, especially critically, with its premium series of X cameras. The Fuji X-E1 is the second in the lineup to feature interchangeable lenses, and is an addition to, rather than a replacement for, the Fuji X-Pro1

Updated: Now with a page comparing the Fuji X-E1 with the Fuji X-Pro1. In recent years, Fuji has enjoyed great success, especially critically, with its premium series of X cameras.

The Fujifilm X-E1 is the second mirrorless camera from Fujifilm after the Fujifilm X-Pro1 was launched earlier this year. The X-E1 is a more compact model, with an electronic viewfinder instead of the optical/electronic hybrid in the X-Pro1, and sees the introduction of a new 18-55mm lens with...

Brighter than normal kit lens (f2.8 - f/4; Impressive noise performance up to ISO6400; Impressive colour reproduction; Great build quality and handling; Film simulation modes; High resolution EVF; Good panoramics

Indoor white balance could be better; Expensive lenses / price of kit; Kit lens could be wider; Exposure compensation dial easy to knock