First I was not sure about how it would look on the beautiful camera. But it will be totally in my palm and can't really see when I hold up the camera. Without this grip, camera may be too small to hold with one hand without the grip. It is a must for me, coming from DSLR.

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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

If you're looking for an affordable alternative to the X-Pro1 or a hulking DSLR, or if you want a stunning interchangeable-lens camera that takes great photos, you can't go wrong.

Great styling; Large CMOS sensor; Great image quality; even in low light; Easy to use

Autofocusing could be faster; Video capture is a weak feature; No connectivity options or other features; Build quality could feel more solid

A smaller, cheaper X-Pro1? Yes, please.

I bought the X-E1 because I can't stand using the rear LCD of digital cameras, I need to look through the finder to feel connected. I also wanted something small as I found I didn't use my SLR very often any more because of size.

I bought the X-E1 because I can't stand using the rear LCD of digital cameras, I need to look through the finder to feel connected; I also wanted something small as I found I didn't use my SLR very often any more because of size.

A bit slow to focus; a bit slow with buit in flash; sometimes picks too slow a shutter speed in aperture priority with auto ISO

These days the Pentax-style retro film cameras seem to be a rage. The Fujifilm's retro-style mirrorless camera fills in the gap with X-E1. But does it take old school cameras forward, or is it just eye-candy? Let's find out.

APS-C sized sensor; Well built; Supports 1080p video recording @24fps; Delightful 35mm f/1.4 lens

Steep learning curve; Too many controls on different dials; Processing algorithms don't work well; Expensive

Wasn't sure but someone I know bought one and really liked it. they were on special so I bought one... Really like it, will be buying a new wide angle for it.. I own a Nikon d3 and many lenses,,,, the x-e1 is small but mighty... an idea camera for a trip...

The latest camera to hit the shelves is Fujifilm X-E1 digital camera. This new camera is the latest addition in the Fujifilm's interchangeable lens X series. It has omitted the hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder and includes an improved and extremely sharp OLED EVF.

Improved auto-focus; Stylish and retro design; Excellent high ISO images; Top-notch controls; Stunning image quality

No touchscreen; Fixed rear LCD; Build quality not up to the mark; AF performance could have been better

It feels redundant to re-introduce the Fujifilm X Series at this point. At Photokina 2010, Fuji debuted the X100 , a fixed-lens camera with a big sensor and a groundbreaking optical/electronic hybrid viewfinder.

Bright; sharp OLED viewfinder; Costs much less than X-Pro1; Great retro design and feel

Focus still seems to be wonky

When Fujifilm released the X-E1 it's clear that the company has one thing in mind, and that is to polish some of the rough edges that critics pointed out on the X-Pro1. Well, they didn't have to do much as the X-Pro1 is already regarded by many as one of the sleekest MILC in the market.