The Fuji X-E1 may be the baby brother to Fuji's flagship X-Pro1, but in many ways is its equal. Most importantly, the two cameras share the same impressive 16.3-megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor, which produces image quality superior to most APS-C-sensor-based digital SLRs, but in arguably more...

Significantly less expensive than Fuji's flagship CSC, but with many of the same features, Really excellent image quality overall, JPEGs are very clean, with very conservative sharpening; (Who needs RAWs?

Limited selection of X-mount lenses; Needs bigger handgrip for extensive use; Mushy shutter button feel; Mediocre autofocus and shot-to-shot speeds; Wakes slowly from sleep mode; ISO; Film Simulation; and Dynamic Range bracketing disable RAW recording; Auto white balance too red indoors,

Six months ago Fuji finally joined the compact system camera goldrush with its X-Pro1. As the model name indicated this was a high-end interchangeable lens compact that came across more as a budget (at £1,000+) digital version of a £5,000 Leica, complete with rangefinder-like controls and tank-like...

Smaller; lighter and slightly cheaper version of flagship X-Pro1; gorgeously retro styling; some lovely DSLR-like effects and results achievable with the 18-55mm kit zoom provided; good option for the semi pro photographer wanting a less intrusive backup to a DSLR

More plastic-y elements to certain aspects of the build this time around; even though it commands a premium price tag; plus auto focus could be quicker still; particularly when adjusting framing during video recording

We really like this camera - it looks great, it's intuitive to use and image quality is very good. The X-E1 is aimed at enthusiasts and professional photographers looking for an even more compact and lightweight alternative to the X-Pro 1.

I was looking for and found a small one-lens (zoom), high quality build, and excellent picture quality, camera that was both fully automatic and with which it was easy to gain full control over any one picture. The menus are easy to navigate.

Easy to use as auto or full control of picture

Right thumb has a small place of rest and can; without practice; inadvertently press a button

The Fujifilm X-E1 is coming to the market by the end of the month, and it will make a great addition to the market, as well as a fierce competitor to all the semi-pro and enthusiast dSLRs .

The Fujifilm X-E1 is a new compact system camera featuring a retro design that bears more than a passing resemblance to its big brother, the X-Pro1. At the heart of the X-E1 is the same 16.3 megapixel APS-C sized "X-Trans" CMOS sensor, which has a colour filter array that mimics film grain and no...

The Fujifilm X-E1 is a compact system camera (CSC) unlike any of the competition out there - that's clear from taking just one glance at this well-oiled, retro-designed machine. But it's what's on the inside that's most exciting.

Image quality is excellent; build quality is superb; retro style works a treat; high resolution electronic viewfinder; 18-55mm lens has bright aperture range and is well built

Autofocus not as swift as competition; close focus limitations; exposure comp dial can be knocked easily; 18-55mm lens positions rotational rings close together; small LCD screen; so-so battery life

Having provided a detailed 'First Look' at Fujifilm's X-E1 interchangeable-lens camera in September, rather than re-hash the information supplied there, we'll concentrate on aspects of the camera we were unable to assess in our initial overview: handling and performance.

With many of the same features as the X-Pro1, but more affordable, is this the perfect enthusiast CSC? We find out in the What Digital Camera Fujifilm X-E1 review

Stunning image quality; premium finish and design; excellent EVF; no-nonsense handling

AF performance could still be better; rear screen not up to rivals standard

The Fujifilm X-E1 is the second mirrorless camera from Fujifilm after the Fujifilm X-Pro1 was launched earlier this year. The X-E1 is a more compact model, with an electronic viewfinder instead of the optical/electronic hybrid in the X-Pro1, and sees the introduction of a new 18-55mm lens with...

Brighter than normal kit lens (f2.8 - f/4; Impressive noise performance up to ISO6400; Impressive colour reproduction; Great build quality and handling; Film simulation modes; High resolution EVF; Good panoramics

Indoor white balance could be better; Expensive lenses / price of kit; Kit lens could be wider; Exposure compensation dial easy to knock