Fuji has just announced its latest X-mount camera: the SLR-styled X-T1, which sits alongside the X-Pro and new X-E2 in the company's current lineup of high-end X-mount models. So, withthese three cameras on the market, how do they stack up against each other and which one should you buy?
Well, let's have a look!
Construction:
X-T1: metal, weather-sealed
X-Pro1: metal
X-E2: metal and plastic
X-T1 wins here
Body Style:
X-T1: SLR
X-Pro1: Rangefinder
X-E2: Rangefinder
To each his own
Sensor:
X-T1: 16Mp
X-Pro1: 16Mp
X-E2: 16Mp
All square
Aspect ratios:
X-T1: 3
X-Pro1: 3
X-E2: 3
Tied
Processor:
X-T1: EXR II
X-Pro1: EXR X-E2: EXR II
New is better
White Balance Presets:
X-T1: 8
X-Pro1: 7
X-E2: 7
X-T1 wins
Shutter Speed:
X-T1: 30-1/4000th sec
X-Pro1: 30-1/4000th sec
X-E2: 30-1/4000th sec
Dead heat
Max. ISO
X-T1: 51,200
X-Pro1: 25,600
X-E2: 6400
X-T1 wins
Viewfinder coverage:
X-T1: 100%
X-Pro1: 100%
X-E2: 100%
Tied
Viewfinder Type:
X-T1: OLEDX-Pro1: Optical with digital overlay
X-E2: OLED
Optical always wins
LCD:
X-T1: 3” tilting
X-Pro1: 3” fixed
X-E2: 3” fixed
X-T1 wins
Built-in flash:
X-T1: no
X-Pro1: noX-E2: yes
X-E2 wins
Continuous drive:
X-T1: 6fps
X-Pro1: 6 fpsX-E2: 7fps
X-E2 wins again
Exposure Compensation:
X-T1: +/- 3
X-Pro1: +/- 2X-E2: +/- 3
Old loses
AE Bracketing
X-T1: yes (1/3, 2/3, 1EV steps)
X-Pro1: yes (1/3, 2/3, 1 EV steps)
X-E2: yes (1/3, 2/3, 1EV steps)
All square
Video:
X-T1: 1080p at 60fps
X-Pro1: 1080p at 24fpsX-E2: 1080p at 60fps
Old loses again
Wi-fi connectivity:
X-T1: built-in
X-Pro1: noX-E2: built-in
Old loses
GPS:
X-T1: optional
X-Pro1: no
X-E2: no
New wins
Time Lapse Recording:
X-T1: yes
X-Pro1: no
X-E2: no
New wins here, too
Weight:
X-T1: 440g
X-Pro1: 450gX-E2: 350g
X-E2 is the lightweight
So,
which to buy?
First, let's start with the undeniable facts. First of all, the X-T1 has the edge in build quality thanks to its 75+ rubber gaskets designed to keep dust and moisture out of the camera, just don't forget to pick up a weather-sealed X-mount lens when they start hitting stores as Fuji has announced 3 such optics. On the viewfinder front, the X-Pro1 wins thanks to its optical viewfinder. Unfortunately, the X-Pro1 is looking rather dated in some areas such as video capability, connectivity, GPS, time lapse recording, and exposure compensation. The X-E2? It's the lightweight in the group, though not without some limitations.
My recommendations?
If viewfinder is a top concern, get the X-Pro1 as it's the only camera in the group to have an optical viewfinder. If you value portability, get the X-E2. Everyone else? Get the X-T1, especially considering its middle of the road (vs the other 2) price point.
First, let's start with the undeniable facts. First of all, the X-T1 has the edge in build quality thanks to its 75+ rubber gaskets designed to keep dust and moisture out of the camera, just don't forget to pick up a weather-sealed X-mount lens when they start hitting stores as Fuji has announced 3 such optics. On the viewfinder front, the X-Pro1 wins thanks to its optical viewfinder. Unfortunately, the X-Pro1 is looking rather dated in some areas such as video capability, connectivity, GPS, time lapse recording, and exposure compensation. The X-E2? It's the lightweight in the group, though not without some limitations.
My recommendations?
If viewfinder is a top concern, get the X-Pro1 as it's the only camera in the group to have an optical viewfinder. If you value portability, get the X-E2. Everyone else? Get the X-T1, especially considering its middle of the road (vs the other 2) price point.
Humble
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