X-E3vs X100F
Fujifilm
X100F (2017)
Starting from £649 new
Best for Street, travel & everyday 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 & Everyday Photography — X100F (2017): The X100F is the camera that made the X100 series legendary — 24MP X-Trans III, a hybrid viewfinder, and the best fixed 35mm compact lens available.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
X100F (2017)
- Street photographers who want a discreet, tactile camera with a fixed 35mm lens
- Travel photographers who prefer one lens and minimal kit
- Fujifilm fans who want the X100 experience at a lower cost than the X100V or VI
- Photographers who value the hybrid OVF/EVF for a rangefinder-like shooting style
Quick take: The x-e3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | X100F (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £649 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Intelligent Hybrid AF (phase-detect + contrast-detect), face detection |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 8fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 469g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 126.5 × 74.8 × 52.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" EVF (2.36M dots) or OVF (0.5× magnification) |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots (no tilt, no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equiv) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | X100F |
|---|---|---|
| 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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