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Review on πŸ“· Fujifilm X-E1 16.3 MP Compact System Digital Camera - Body Only (Silver) with 2.8-Inch LCD: A Review by Robert Buenconsejo

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Cheap But Good - Digital Cameras

There's no shortage of great reviews for Fuji XF lenses, but excellence comes at a price - they're well out of the reach of many enthusiasts. Anyone who already has a Nikon system, wants to try or use Fuji technology in their cameras, but doesn't want to miss out on another brand of glass (well, they can) might consider the Fuji X-E1. Body and an adapter from a Nikon F or G lens to a Fuji X body. Yes, there is no autofocus, but Fuji has made it realistic to use manual focus on the X-E1 by sharpening the image . The low-light performance of this camera is iconic. With manual focus lenses and auto ISO capped at 6400, shutter speed can be set high enough that jitter is no longer always a critical constraint, eliminating the need for I/S. There's also nothing wrong with practicing staying still while pulling the trigger. Unlike the X-Pro1, the viewfinder diopter is instantly adjustable, making manual focusing even easier. The cost equation is really off the charts. Superb bokeh can be achieved with stunning f1.4, f1.8 and f2.8 Nikkor lenses. That, coupled with the X-E1's excellent sensor, is another matter entirely. The JPG images in the camera are very good, so in most cases there is no need to shoot in RAW. What a relief not to have to work in front of the computer to get good pictures.

Pros
  • Big selection
Cons
  • Some little things