Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X-E1→Fujifilm X-T1

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

X-E1

£154 used

2012

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

X-T1

£159 used (+£5)

2014

✅

Strong upgrade

The X-T1 improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most X-E1 owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the X-T1

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	X-E1	X-T1
Price	£154 used	£159 used
Released	2012	2014	↑
Sensor	16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS	16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II
Resolution	16MP	16MP
Video	Full HD 1080p/24	1080p/60p
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF, 49 areas	Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid AF (49 points)
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No stabilisation
Burst Rate	6fps	8fps	↑
Battery Life	~350 shots (CIPA)	~350 shots (CIPA)
Weight	350g (with battery)	440g (with battery and card)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Yes	↑
Viewfinder	OLED EVF, 0.5", 2.36M dots	EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification — largest APS-C EVF at launch
Screen	2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots	3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch)
Mount	Fujifilm X-mount	Fujifilm X-mount
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Single SD UHS-I slot

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