X-E3vs ZV-1 II
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.
Pocket Vlogging — ZV-1 II (2023): The best pocket vlogging camera — 1-inch sensor, ultrawide zoom, flip screen, and real-time Eye AF in a shirt pocket.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
ZV-1 II (2023)
- Vloggers and content creators who want a pocketable fixed-lens camera
- Travellers who want 4K video and a flip screen in a jacket-pocket size
- ZV-1 owners who want a wider lens and improved subject tracking
- Beginners who want a simple, capable vlogging camera without changing lenses
Quick take: The x-e3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-e3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | ZV-1 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £649 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Phase-detect + contrast, 315 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None | Optical SteadyShot (OIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 292g |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 105.5 × 60.0 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed zoom — 18–50mm f/1.8–4.0 equiv |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | ZV-1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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