X-E4vs X-H1
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
Landscape & Travel — X-H1 (2018): The X-H1 was Fujifilm's first IBIS-equipped camera and remains the most ergonomic X-mount body ever made. Its deep grip and build quality are class-leading. The 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor delivers outstanding image quality. Video spec is slightly dated but F-Log recording is supported. An excellent used-market buy for photographers who want Fujifilm's film simulations with body-based stabilisation at a fraction of current prices.
Who should buy what
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
X-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-h1 is the most affordable; only the x-h1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | X-H1 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £500 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 4K/30p, F-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Phase-detect AF, face detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 8fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | ~310 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 623g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E4 | X-H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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