Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X-E2→Fujifilm X-E1

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

You own

Fujifilm

X-E2

£80 used

2013

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

X-E1

£154 used (+£73)

2012

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the X-E2. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the X-E1

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-E2	X-E1
Price	£80 used	£154 used
Released	2013	2012	↓
Sensor	16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II	16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS
Resolution	16MP	16MP
Video	1080p/60p	Full HD 1080p/24
Autofocus	Hybrid phase-detect / contrast-detect AF	Contrast-detect AF, 49 areas
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	7fps	6fps	↓
Battery Life	~350 shots (CIPA)	~350 shots (CIPA)
Weight	350g (body only)	350g (with battery)
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification	OLED EVF, 0.5", 2.36M dots
Screen	2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots	2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots
Mount	Fujifilm X-mount	Fujifilm X-mount
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	Single SD slot

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