X-E3vs X-T1
Fujifilm
X-T1 (2014)
Starting from £299 new
Best for Street, travel & documentary photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
Street, Travel & Documentary Photography — X-T1 (2014): The camera that put Fujifilm back on the map — weather sealed, a class-leading EVF, physical dials, and X-Trans colour that earned a generation of loyal fans.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
X-T1 (2014)
- Photographers entering the Fujifilm X-mount system at the lowest possible price
- Street and documentary photographers who value physical controls and OVF-like experience
- Travel photographers who want a weather-sealed compact with Fujifilm colour
- Those who prefer the original X-T1 aesthetic and smaller 16MP files
Quick take: The x-e3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-t1 is the most affordable; only the x-t1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | X-T1 (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £299 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 16.3MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid AF (49 points) |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 8fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~350 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 440g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 129.0 × 89.8 × 46.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification — largest APS-C EVF at launch |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | X-T1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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