AF performance could still be better, Rear screen not up to standard of rivals
While it might be tempting to think of the X-E1 as a stripped back X-Pro1, that does it something of a disservice in that the X-E1 is a great camera in its own right. Gifted with the same premium grade construction and finish, the X-E1 feels more refined ...
Image quality is excellent, build quality is superb, retro style works a treat, high resolution electronic viewfinder, 18-55mm lens has bright aperture range and is well built
Autofocus not as swift as competition, close focus limitations, exposure comp dial can be knocked easily, 18-55mm lens positions rotational rings close together, small LCD screen, so-so battery life
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 image-quality ball, all wrapped up into a super chic retro-styled body. It looks great, its images look even ...
Improved autofocus, Retro design, Lots of dials, Fantastic EVF
Not a touchscreen, Can't shoot raw in all situations, Hidden video mode
The premium end of the compact system camera market is now looking extremely interesting. This new camera competes much more closely with the Olympus OM-D and Sony NEX-7 than the Fuji X-Pro1 was able to. As such, other manufacturers are likely to careful...
APSC 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
The Fujifilm X-E1 is a truly compact mirrorless camera, and is quite a looker. However its vanity comes at the cost of its usability. It takes quite a while to get the hang of, and is unreliable at times. Low light shots are disappointing. The camera wit...
Abstract: On first glance, the Fujifilm X-E1 looks right out of the eighties when cameras were compact affairs with faux leather bodies and grips, and dozens of dials and buttons that one could fiddle around with to ensure that one got the perfect shot and did not...
Compact body compared to a DSLR, Excellent image quality even at high ISO, Well-placed dials that make accessing settings really quick
AF is a hit or miss at times, Lack of any sort of controls in video recording mode
The Fujifilm X-E1 is a camera that aims right at the heart of old-school photographers stuck in the new age. It employs a rangefinder design that is sure to attract many, but at the same time, its bulky, block-like design might not appeal to some part of ...
Improved autofocus, Stylish and retro design, Excellent high ISO images, Topnotch controls, Stunning image quality
No touchscreen, Fixed rear LCD, Build quality not up to the mark, AF performance could have been better
X-E1 is touted as one of the advanced mirror-less cameras that come with innovative image sensor and high speed digital processing system. Combined with the futuristic technology of X-Pro1 and retro-styled design, this new camera is sure to lure masses in...
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Published: 2012-11-30, Author: Michael , review by: gizmodo.in
Absolutely, for stellar images. But not if you want bells and whistles. This isnt a camera for video, for in-camera effects, wi-fi, or scene modes. Its for unadulterated photography, with fantastic image quality and control.The caveats include mediocre...
The FUJIFILM X-E1, as a concept, is irresistible. Whoever drew up the design spec for the X-series was either a photographer, or really understood them. As the furthest evolution of the X100 to the X10 and the X-Pro1, the X-E1 and the XF lenses stand as a...
Abstract: It's not easy being the middle child, and the Fujifilm X-E1 can surely attest to that. In the Fujifilm product hierarchy, it falls smack in the middle of the highly acclaimed X-Pro1 and the newly launched X-M1. The former is larger than the X-E1, but has ...
