Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-E2

Fujifilm X-E1

Camera summary

The Fujifilm X-E1, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Feb. 28, 2013. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 25600. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.

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Successor

This camera has now been superseeded by the Fujifilm X-E2, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.

Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.

Compare this camera to its successor Fujifilm X-E2

Sensor

This camera has a CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.

Max video resolutions

Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.

Connectivity

Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Battery life

The battery of this camera can last up to 350 shots per charge with the included W126 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.

Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.

Fujifilm X-E2

Camera summary

The Fujifilm X-E2, made by Fujifilm, is a powerful Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. Announced on March 5, 2014.

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Predecessor

This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Fujifilm X-E1, with advanced features and improved performance.

Compare this camera to the Fujifilm X-E1

Successor

This camera has now been superseeded by the Fujifilm X-E2S, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.

Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.

Compare this camera to its successor Fujifilm X-E2S

Sensor

This camera has a CMOS X-TRANS II sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.

Focus points

This camera has 49 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects

Max video resolutions

Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.

Connectivity

Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.

Battery life

The battery of this camera can last up to 350 shots per charge with the included W126 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.

Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.