X-e1

[samuco]

http://the.me/here-she-is-the-new-fujifilm-x-e1-a-head-on-olympus-om-d-competitor/


Same 16MP sensor as in the X-Pro1 (with max ISO of 25,600)
6 fps
Light magnesium body
Improved AF speed
Price: bellow $1000
To be released before Christmas
Same video recording capabilities as the X-Pro1
Mic input
EVF only (not hybrid as the X-Pro1)
Two colors: black and silver
Pull 25 ISO to simulate Velvia in JPEG mode

[gavinlg]

hmmm...

So this is the cheaper sister of the x-pro1 then. Can't say I'm a huge fan - the optical viewfinder is the point of the system for me.

[boomguy57]

No OVF, and a big, honkin' zoom kit lens on the front. Why do I feel like this is moving backward?

Seriously though, I guess Fuji wants to get in the market to compete with m4/3, which means AF speed is important, as are zoom lenses.

My interest level: zero.

[paulfish4570]

well, i am interested. i like my x100's evf. this new one with a 50 equivalent would be very interesting. the question is: will it cost less than the nex-7?

[regularchickens]

Kinda ugly, with the blank front plate. Rangefinder-style cameras without windows tend to look eyeless to me. Otherwise, looks like a hybrid of the X100 and X-Pro1 aesthetically. And it's kinda like the old DMC-L1, isn't it?

I'm much less interested in this than in the NEX-6. Fuji's retro style and hybrid finder are a package deal for me.

[Ken Ford]

I'm an enthusiastic NEX7 user, but this really appeals. I've learned to like the EVF concept and having a system that uses traditional controls (shutter speed on top plate, aperture ring concentric on the lens) gets my attention.

Time will tell.

[N.delaRua]

I think given the market, its a very logical camera that fits in with everyone else. Not every single one their products can be groundbreaking. If it has the same sensor as the XP1 than the performance will be great.

I still think the concept of having a digital camera with a EV, shutter, and aperture ring in revolutionary in todays market....

[steveniphoto]

no ovf or evf is a fail in my book. easy pass here.

[olelovold]

There is an EVF on it, you can tell there's an eyepiece on the back.

This is a natural addition to the series - a cheaper, entry-level alternative to compete with the OM-D and NEX-7.

[lam]

This actually reminds me of the Bessa L.

[GaryLH]

To me the xe1 is a split in the line intended to attract more customers, cost and those not needing ovf similar to what Nikon did the d1 and d100 very early on with first dslr products.

The evf in the xe1 is an improvement, since it is an oled, supposedly the same one that Sony is going to release with nex6.

Rumors are that a xp1 next gen is in early 2013.

Gary

[Ken Ford]

The X-E1 is actually interesting enough to make me wonder if it would be a good NEX7 replacement for me - I much prefer the idea of the more traditional controls on the Fuji. We'll see.

[willie_901]

Ken,

I enjoy the X-Pro 1's traditional controls.

The XF prime lenses can be manually set in 1/3 stops. The shutter dial has full stops. In manual exposure mode you can select 1/3 shutter speed stops using a button on the back of the camera. Of course exposure compensation dial allows for 1/3 shutter stops in aperture priority mode.

[Colin G.]

I'm very interested in this camera. To me, it seems to be no contest between the X-E1 and the NEX series for two major reasons: 1) traditional controls; and 2) lens options. One minor reason is image quality...though debatable, I prefer the look of the X-Trans sensor. Regardless, more options = better for everyone.

[johnwolf]

I might switch to this from m4/3. EVF only is fine with me. Having aperture on the lens and a exposure compensation dial is very appealing.

John

The X-E1 is actually interesting enough to make me wonder if it would be a good NEX7 replacement for me - I much prefer the idea of the more traditional controls on the Fuji. We'll see.

[Kavenzmann]

I already sold my NEX-7 and the 24mm-Lens. I always took the X100 when I wanted a 35mm Feeling.
Sadly, the 23mm Lens won't come before 2013. Nevertheless I see myself better served with the X-System.

As I used my X100 with the EVF more and more, I won't miss it in the X-E1. It seems perfect for my needs.

I already preordered one here in Germany. It seems as it won't come in a kit with the new Zoom here... :(

[rbelyell]

my main curiousity about this camera is whether the greatly improved evf translates into a greatly improved manual focusing experience, obviously from the purely visual as opposed to mechanical perspective...
tony

[DarvOz]

I'm interested, partly for two reasons, I have my X100 and love the Fuji range, but due to AF issues on the XP-1 I am hesitant, at least till the next gen of the XP line comes out. The XE-1 will give me the 50mm option I have been longing for at times, and the IQ of the XP-1. Additionally when I finally get me an XP-2? I will have the lenses already.

[willie_901]

my main curiousity about this camera is whether the greatly improved evf translates into a greatly improved manual focusing experience, obviously from the purely visual as opposed to mechanical perspective...
tony

Based on the reports from beta testers (DPREVIEW staff) I think focusing with the by turning the lens barrel manually will be better than before.

Howeve, I don't recommend the Fuji X series to anyone who wants to use visually driven focus 100% of the time.

In about a week there will be hundreds of hands on reports fron X-Pro 1 owners who have upgraded to the new (XE-1) firmware. So there will be lots of information soon.

[zephyrusrain]

Looking forward to this! Good riddance, OVF! It's redundant technology and time-waster unless you shoot with a flash.

[jsrockit]

Looking forward to this! Good riddance, OVF! It's redundant technology and time-waster unless you shoot with a flash.

Time waster? Please explain...

[zwarte_kat]

I have an X100, but wasn't so interested in the Xpro. However, lately I shot some events and I really like the X100's image. I need a wider lens and a faster lens though. The X-e1 seems just right for me, including the lower price. The OVF of the X100 is nice in bright or really dark light, but I find it too unreliable with focussing. I'll take the new EVF over the OVF anytime, especially considering it saves me about $500 or so. It's also a bit smaller and lighter.

I don't care about manual focussing on this cam either, and I much prefer the Fuji look on the files over Sony's. It seems more mature, serious, realistic, film li.. I won't say it :)

To think that I can get one stop better low light performance than the X100, and another from the 50mm equiv. lens, and then also have a sharper image AND higher MP... it is a good upgrade for me that is incremental, but on all levels. 12MP Was just about right for my A3 prints, but I'd be much more comfortable with 16MP, especially when cropping.

I will keep my X100 as a second cam, to use as a spare, and to quickly access 35mm if I need a wider or closer shot then my current lens on the x-e1. Also it is still useable when absolute silence is preferred, and it also helps that I already have a bunch of batteries for that one.

Not so sure about the zoom lens though, IS is nice but I don't understand why everybody sees it as such a revolution that is is a stop faster than the average kit zoom. Plenty of fixed aperture 2.8 lenses out there. Maybe I will get one of their longer zooms when they are released instead.

[Ezzie]

Missed out an a BE X100 and got an X-E1 instead. http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=125201

I do understand the lure of an OVF. The EVF on the X-E1 is good, very good, until you pan. Then it lags considerably. Hopefully a fix will be coming in a later firmware upgrade. Apart from that I like it. Full VF coverage no matter the lens is a nice feature, I do not miss the framelines, much. ;)