X-E4vs X-Pro1
Fujifilm
X-Pro1 (2012)
Starting from £249 new
Best for Film photography enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-mount collectors
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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.
Film Photography Enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-Mount Collectors — X-Pro1 (2012): The camera that started it all — slow, imperfect, and still uniquely loveable for the quality of images it produces.
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-Pro1 (2012)
- Film photographers who want a digital camera with genuine analogue soul
- Fujifilm fans who want to shoot the camera that started the X-mount legacy
- Street photographers who value the unique hybrid OVF experience
- Budget-conscious photographers who want X-Trans rendering at a very low price
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-pro1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | X-Pro1 (2012) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £249 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS I |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 16.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 1080p/24p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Contrast-detect AF — slow by modern standards |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 6fps |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 450g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 138.5 × 82.8 × 46.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.37× (EVF), 0.5× / 0.6× (OVF) |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB 2.0, HDMI mini |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E4 | X-Pro1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports | — |
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