Fujifilm X-E1 16.3MP Compact System
Its 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor and 2.36M-dot OLED viewfinder produce detailed stills with Fujifilm's signature color science in a compact, retro-styled body. IBIS and 6fps burst shooting add practical versatility, while the X-mount system provides access to bright FUJINON lenses like the 18-55mm F2.8-4 zoom. This camera suits still photographers prioritizing a lightweight, tactile design and film-like rendering over video performance.
About This Camera
Its 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor and 2.36M-dot OLED viewfinder produce detailed stills with Fujifilm's signature color science in a compact, retro-styled body. IBIS and 6fps burst shooting add practical versatility, while the X-mount system provides access to bright FUJINON lenses like the 18-55mm F2.8-4 zoom. This camera suits still photographers prioritizing a lightweight, tactile design and film-like rendering over video performance.
- Type Compact
- Sensor 16.3MP APS-C
- Burst fps 6
- Video 1080p
- Ibis
- Weight g 862
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong evf (83th percentile) 83th
- Strong build (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong social proof (76th percentile) 76th
- Strong stabilization (72th percentile) 72th
Cons
- Below average video (1th percentile) 1th
- Below average connectivity (18th percentile) 18th
- Below average display (26th percentile) 26th
- Below average af (34th percentile) 34th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 16.3 |
| Processor | EXR Image Processor |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 6 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 1080p FPS | 24 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 2.8 |
| Touchscreen | No |
| EVF Resolution | 2360000 |
Build
| Weight | 0.9 kg / 1.9 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Hot Shoe | No |
Value & Pricing
Price History
vs Competition
| Spec | Fujifilm X-E1 16.3MP Compact System | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | LOUM VE418 | LIYTIFOR LR1 | Gavonde W05 | OM System Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact | mirrorless | compact | compact | compact | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C | 32.5MP full-frame | 88MP | 80MP 1/2.3-inch | 64MP | 16MP Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | - | - | - | 81 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 40 | 15 | 30 | 5 | 8.5 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 8K | 4K | 8K @60fps | 4K |
| IBIS | true | true | false | false | false | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | false | false | true |
| Weight (g) | 862 | 609 | - | 290 | 848 | 499 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm X-E1 16.3MP Compact System | 33.6 | 83.2 | 82.1 | 56.4 | 0.5 | 71.4 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 18 | 76.4 | 72.3 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.5 | 88.1 | 94.5 | 93 | 89.9 | 58.6 | 96.5 | 99.1 | 93.1 | 94.7 | 99.5 |
| LOUM VE418 Compare | 33.6 | 36.3 | 35.9 | 74.7 | 86 | 81.4 | 44.9 | 56.4 | 49.6 | 76.4 | 32.5 |
| LIYTIFOR LR1 Compare | 33.6 | 36.3 | 11 | 85.4 | 76.4 | 81 | 44.9 | 25.9 | 67.1 | 94.7 | 32.5 |
| Gavonde W05 Compare | 33.6 | 36.3 | 54 | 29.1 | 92 | 74.6 | 44.9 | 56.4 | 79 | 71.6 | 32.5 |
| OM System Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II Compare | 72.2 | 36.3 | 76.7 | 60.4 | 58.2 | 61.4 | 44.9 | 56.4 | 18 | 79.4 | 32.5 |
Usage Scores
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