X-E4vs X100S
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.
Street & Travel — X100S (2013): The X100S was the moment the X100 series became legendary. Dramatically faster phase-detect AF, X-Trans II image quality, Fujifilm's film simulations, and the iconic hybrid viewfinder in a pocketable fixed-lens body — the blueprint every subsequent X100 has built on. A brilliant used-market buy for street and travel photographers who want the Fujifilm experience at an accessible price.
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
X100S (2013)
- Street photographers who want the Fujifilm X100 experience on a budget
- Travel photographers who love a fixed focal length
- Film photography enthusiasts who want digital film simulations
- Used-market buyers stepping into the X100 series
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x100s is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | X100S (2013) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £250 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 16.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Hybrid AF with sensor-embedded phase-detect + contrast-detect |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | — |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 6fps |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 445g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 126.5 × 74.4 × 52.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB, Wi-Fi (via optional adapter) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E4 | X100S |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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