This Legendary Camera Is Old But Gold

[@alan.c889]

I had one, but also more recent fuji cameras, it has nice grains in the noise area that almost look like film grains, but it is really slow. Get an XE2/XE2s instead and just dial noise reduction to -2 to get the same results as the XE1, the XE2/XE2s looks exactly the same as XE1 but a bit faster and software and hardware more polished, XE2s my new favorite smaller fuji camera, I like it more than the xt30 or XE3. On trips and vacations I took the XE2s with me with the 18/23/35 f2.0 lenses and it was all I needed, nice and small and those 3 lenses are light and dont take up much space, my XT4 stayed at home.

[@snappy8k]

What does S mean in X-E2s? Cuz they updated X-E2 and some people say they work exactly the same now

[@forgottencameras]

As someone who has owned an X-E1 for about 9 years, I will tell you it is the latter (rose-tinted glasses). I really regret not getting an X-E2 for the improved sensor. I bought it specifically to use my collection of vintage glass on it, but have had the opportunity to pick up a couple of first-party lenses for it (27, 18-50, 90 macro). The vintage glass gets the shelf. The 90mm macro outresolves the sensor to a comical level. That lens is incredible. The colors are very good, especially with Fuji glass, but it is hamstrung by the sensor only being 12-bit. This shows most when shooting gradients, which I do a lot of. I do generally like the color SOOC compared to most other CMOS sensor-equipped cameras, but the nitpicks outweigh the perceived benefits there. Note that I'm also quite spoiled when it comes to color by Foveon and now the Sigma fp, which...man Sigma did some mad science on that sensor (semi-custom version of the A7iii sensor) and the processing is fantastic. The lack of an optical low-pass (AA) filter is another reason I bought it. It is a plus in its favor. AF sucks, screen sucks, build quality is B-tier, battery is fine. Film sims don't hold up against a quick RAW edit to jpg. Subjective fun-factor is mid-high. TLDR; it doesn't suck but get an X-E2 instead if you want old Fuji; it fixes the primary issues (14-bit and PDAF) with no detriment.

[@DSP16569]

Fuji X Macros are the 60mm and the later 80mm. The 90mm f2 is a typical "Portrait"-Lens (~135mm 2.8 for KB-Sensors)

[@forgottencameras]

@@DSP16569 Oh yeah it's an 80 macro

[@johan0234523]

I had one. The slow speed and minimal focus aids (and I use manual lenses a lot) didn't make up for the slight differences in image quality between the X-Trans I and X-Trans II sensors. In fact, when you use the ProNeg Std film simulation with a bit of extra color and the shadows turned down a bit, your X-Trans II JPEGs will be very close to the X-Trans I Provia film simulation.

[@eefwonton]

Same I upgraded to the xe2 from xe1 and I don't think I can ever go back. Part of me wants to rebuy an xe1 when they get cheaper

[@houghwhite411]

XE2 is simply a better XE1 in my humble opinion

[@dvmarek]

Colors are just perfect! Went from xe1 to sony 6500 last year and can’t believe my eyes how disapointing sony apsc colors in lightroom comparing to 10 years old xe1 were! Switched “back” to xe4 and I am 100% satisfied!

[@JamesB-yp3dh]

I loved this camera, briefly. The non-tilting screen was annoying. The EVF was super laggy. The photos, especially when paired with some vintage glass... Amazing.

[@briannicklaus8447]

This was my first Fuji camera and I remember it being slow and the EVF very laggy. The X-Pro2 is probably my favorite. I know even back then there was a lot of talk about the first gen sensor having the preferred images but unless you have a lot of patience and time to get the shot, the slowness was frustrating.

[@frankartale1026]

All fixed with updated firmware.

[@briannicklaus8447]

@@frankartale1026 I don’t recall the X-E1 ever being made significantly better with firmware. It doesn’t have phase detection pixels and really struggled with a moving subject. The EVF had a lot of lag that wasn’t resolved when I owned it. The X-Pro was significantly better but still a ways off compared to newer cameras.

[@frankartale1026]

@@briannicklaus8447 i'm just saying it is better. Not better than anything else. Just better than it was. I did a firmare update from the original to the most recent and it was alot different

[@DSP16569]

I still use mine for Travel Pictures (small and simple) - And landscapes/buildings doesn't move so fast that I need fast AF ;-)

[@lueniopue2488]

This camera is gold … I have some other Fujis but this is one of my main camera for street and family moment … and I paired it with a rokkor 58 mm f/1.4 … amazing camera, amazing image quality, amazing Color’s … Still love it 🥰

[@jim_bocho]

I bought mine for 80€ … and sold it for 200€. I‘ve preferred the second generation X-Trans cameras though.

[@snappy8k]

Yeah they work much faster and process images in a background while you still can use the camera

[@jim_bocho]

@@snappy8k I just recently sold the last remaining old Fuji, the X-T1, and only kept the X100V. (Should have sold the 100V though while prices where sky high). However I already know that either another X-T1 or an X-E2 will someday enter the drawer again 😂

[@waider]

@@jim_bocho What would you choose between an XT-20 and an X-E2?

[@MrPanda-ke9rf]

@@waider xt-20 is superior, but i choose x-e2 for mobility

[@KNURKonesur]

It's a good camera regardles of it's age. People need to stop thinking that stuff from a couple years ago is unusable nowadays.

[@yurceleo8540]

Ha! I've searched this camera review from your channel earlier of the day (it's currently night time on my country) and found nothing! But hey, here it comes. Thank you for reviewing this camera!

[@rustysilo]

I bought one of these recently and paid more than I wanted, but it seemed to be the going rate. I wanted it since it's sort of like an upgraded x-pro1 in a smaller form. I have a x-pro1 as well, and found that I missed the smaller size like that of my previous lumix gf1. The e1 is in between those two and a nice size. Good picture quality and I don't mind the slowness that others complain about. Slow is my pace. Currently using this with the mc version of the Voigtlander 40mm nokton classic.

[@MarkMark]

I also switched from lumix gf1, but to X-E2. I still have and love my X-E2, even though I now mostly use my X-E4. I wish Fujifilm made X-E* a more premium compact line, rather than treating it like the low-budget version of the X-Pro* line (which is a bit too big for my use). PS great choice of lens!

[@MortAllachie]

I do like my X-E1, but I love my X-M1 and X-E2s. Don’t know what it with the E1 that doesn’t agree with me. Actually got mine for $100 with the Kit lens and the 60mm Macro 😬 (I felt a bit criminal)…

[@Democratiser]

Gotta love the gold BLING! And yes the colours of the XTRANS I and XTRANS II are noticeably different. Not accurate but very appearing. The version III is more accurate and the IV and V continue that trend. Omar Gonzalez has a good video examining the sensor differences.

[@Adineko]

just picked up one of these with the TTA lens and honestly my photography game went up by 200%. Its wild. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@theparkerstudio]

As someone who has used Fujifilm cameras since 2004, the X-E1 is the best 'digital film' camera out there (easily worth twice its going price). Combine its sensor with an older Minolta/ Nikon 35mm 1.4 and a focal reducer -- trust me, you'll never shoot with anything else.

That little Risespray lense impressed me. It got it for like $30 and it's just amazing for its price.

[@Chromatomic]

I don't know why but it handled highlights very nicely. It's not magic and it had a lot of issues, but if you have the time to adapt to a niche camera it can have some nice results. It played well with adapted lenses but focus assistance was pretty limited. It also worked better with the 35 f2 with its softer renditions and contrast compared to some of the sharper Fuji lenses. The ISO noise felt very organic to a point. When it did "fall apart" though with the lower resolution sensor it had a very lofi element to it that you could push further. By no means the best Fuji camera but definitely one of my favorites.

[@chyen01]

Owned this when it was just released. Took stunning picture. Build is great, Speed is more than enough, the only weakness is raw recovery capability compared to the new sensors. If you shoot just Film Simulation JPEG (Especially Astia!) then it is a damn fine camera that gives you nice photo every shutter press.

[@Aplusxs]

I am about to head out to get some pics from the festival near by. With a Xpro1. Which is my go to camera

[@shred3005]

Happy to say that I got a virtual mint X-E1 off fleabay a couple of years ago for AU$250 (UD$160) with no competing bids. Wouldn’t happen today! Nostalgia for that original X-Trans 1 sensor satisfied 😁

[@Ezzie0304]

I still have mine. Bought new when it came out. Yepp, slow AF and poor screen, but apart from that I still love it.

[@frankartale1026]

This is my favorite camera. I have an almost new one i bought to replace my 1st one. I love this sensor

[@SF-MCMLXVII]

I prefer the Fuji XT-1. A much better camera and the 16 MegaPixel sensor is also great the way it renders images.

[@mignav464]

Had it...don't miss it the least bit. The X-E2 gave me so much more responsiveness, performance and usability, I would never go back. The electronic shutter alone adds so much to the kit. And "something special about it, the tonality of the 1st gen sensor" and so forth etc., just get your lightroom skills going and don't bother chasing something that people can't really put their finger on.

[@ly.8049]

”Why Everyone Still Wants This 11yr Old Camera“ my dumbass brain: it''s fujifilm...of course

[@luwaldo22]

I have all 4 past sensors, and I got to say this is one of my favorites, though I will say, I wish I had CC. I modified C1 and LR to “allow” CC in post, and loved it… I know I’m basic, but I really do enjoy using CC on all my cameras. That being said, I also really like Astia, which this has, sooo can’t complain too much. Bought for $200 USD, and wouldn’t pay much more than that honestly, even for as much as I love it. 😕

[@link3457]

Still have my xe-2 and damn i love it

[@cinemakid_youtuber]

talking about colors of the sensor and showing edtied pictures with lightroom presets applied...

[@GentHoChan]

Amongst other things, i shot a Red Bull youth BMX championship with this camera back in the day and I still miss the hell out of it

[@dangerpowers123]

Still have my XE1 ... Can't believe it's worth this much!! But the sensor is lovely and gives a film analogue look to the photos. Great review

[@icecreammm2]

The X-E1 did feel like a first generation product. Pretty slow AF and EVF, bad support for RAW editing when it came out, but fun to use. I replaced it after only a few months with the X-E2 which felt like a nice update, but personally I would not go older than the X-T1.

[@mumenraider]

My first camera was XE 2 . Wanted to try first gen TransX sensor, got the Xpro 1 but couldn't find that much of a difference. Would love to get x pro 2/3 when prices gow down a bit

[@martingreenberg870]

Good luck with that. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@hermanbril2682]

Nice vid! I liked the X range for many years. Mainly I have my original Leica Q and that's my workhorse but it's nice to have a Fuji beside for your normal day out. Just the 23 mm on it and walk away. It;s light and handy and produces very good quality pictures ánd have manual control! Thanks for the video!

[@SilatShooter]

Agree on the sensor but the AF was ....

[@Ben01tM]

It's certainly a very analog experience with this camera if you want to get things in focus. I love its image quality, but the autofocus is unusable. I sold it to get more from my fuji 35mm f2. Much better experience is shooting it with manual glass.

[@davidrutledge6215]

I can understand intuitive reactions for sure, but it would be interesting, would it not, to compare a series of shots taken with this camera side-by-side with one of the newer Fujifilm cameras.

[@gerekappo]

I'm still searching for one. Here in Brasil they are not cheap, but I would love one with a small manual lens+wood grip.

[@nigelchapman6211]

Had it for many years, but frustrated by slowness.Beautiful images though. Preferred my xe2 and hardly touched the 1. Sold xe1 & 2 before all the hype though so only had enough money the for the XT2. Can’t afford any Fuji stuff nowadays!

[@TomCalton]

The X-E2 is a significant upgrade in terms of AF performance, that's for sure!

[@will.isnull]

I loved my xpro1. I wanted something with a higher refresh rate for the evf, so naturally I sold it for an x100v. Admittedly, it just doesn’t have the same feel. Lol I would absolutely sell a kidney if fuji just released the x100 with an xtrans 1 sensor but more modern amenities like higher refresh rate screens, weather sealing, and all that.

[@simonstevens7250]

Just missed out on one of these for 150

[@gotholives]

I got a X-Pro1 for 100 euro from a random lad and couldn't be happier. It is a slow experience but it has made me appreciate taking shots and experimenting so much more than my Sony full frames.

[@thetj8243]

I got an X-E1 ten years ago... 🤔 maybe one of the cheaper lenses could help me using it more as the kit lenses often feel a bit too much...

[@thesaimre]

Laughed for tht lil triangle animation a lil too hard for no reason😂 Camera is kinda cute tho, but x pro feels are unmatched

[@GlennRayat]

I have X-E1 yay!

[@orelvisperez536]

Still have my!

[@dc9582]

I would love to hear your thoughts on the Panasonic lx100 2

[@WestonWoodfin]

My X-E2 is still an incredible camera. The look of the images that camera produces is sorta unmatched.

[@ccderik]

Nice to see the X-E1 getting some hype again (sold mine 🥲), but wouldn't your gold lens look even better on the more metallic X-Pro1? 😁

[@sanoska206]

Why did they discontinue the xe4?

[@Randuski]

This was my first Fuji camera, then I had an xpro 1, and many after it. I hated the xe1. The autofocus was dreadful. And I had to buy a manual focus lens for it cause it missed 80% of the time haha

[@hafidharsyadsetyatmoko4069]

If compared to fuji x10, which one is better?

[@mladen5016]

Had it for a few years. All good, except for the weak focus peaking. Wouldn't be an issue if I hadn't used the camera with the manual focus lenses.

[@nathanglynn7443]

Do you ever use bridge cameras or compact cameras or is it all dslr for you? Just out of curiosity of course

[@TomCalton]

I've used a few compacts before, but I personally like mirrorless cameras have the ability to change lenses.

[@deejayiwan7]

I have Hs20 and it takes awesome pictures

[@zemu252]

After seeing the title i realized my camera is 11 years old aswell (sony a58)

[@CoseCinesi]

the pixpa link is malformed ( miss the ref!) Greta video as usual ✌✌

[@scot-johnson]

How do you think it compares to the Sony NEX-5N. I like the Sony because it's smaller and seems fairly comparable

[@UP209D]

Does the image quality different from XM1 to XE1?

[@franksanchezcapellan8464]

Do you think this is better than de X-m1??? I don't know which to buy

[@randomrob2221]

From where I live here the price for the xe1-xe3 didn't really have a huge difference within the price range, so should I get the xe3 or xe2?

[@TomCalton]

If you don't care about having the X-trans 1 sensor then the X-e2 and 3 will offer much better AF performance amongst other performance upgrades.

[@cas7155021]

If you are skilled at processing RAW files a don’t shoot JPEG you don’t need to worry about sensor technology or film simulations. The functionality of a camera is what’s important. Seems like a big penalty to me going for a camera like this for a JPEG look.

[@johnlaw6735]

I have not moved on from my X100, X-Pro1 or XT-1🤗

[@matthieuzglurg6015]

Looking at the X-E1, I really CAN'T understand why the X-Pro 1 would be a better choice. With the second generation of X-Pro cameras, the advantages of the X-Pro 2 over the X-E3 were clear as day : the X-Pro 2 had double card slots, more controls, larger viewfinder, waether sealing, better screen,... I mean it was obvious to see that the more expensive body gave you a better experience even if it was at the cost of size. Not mentionning the optical viewfinder which is a really nice addition. But for the X-Pro 1 / X-E1 dilemma, I really can't see what the X-Pro 1 does better. It's not weather sealed, doesn't have a faster burst rate or a deeper buffer, it does not have a second card slot, it doesn't have more controls, the viewfinder isn't better. Only thing better is the OVF being present, but it's not like it makes the camera much more usable or anything. In fact, I would even consider the X-E1 to be the superior camera. It's cheaper than the X-Pro 1, has a diopter correction dial on the viewfinder and is smaller and more practical to use than either the X-Pro 1 and X-M1 without loosing any features like weather sealing or anything (since the X-Pro 1 doesn't have any to begin with). It really is a shame that Fujifilm didn't bother making an X-Pro camera with the X-Trans II sensor as I really feel like it's the refined version of the X-Trans I, with access to more manual focus aids, phase detection autofocus for the center points, electronic shutter up to 1/32000s, more film simulations, and about half a stop better noise performance at high ISOs. So far the X-E2 is the closes thing that we'll ever get when it comes to an X-Trans II X-Pro camera (and it has really nice EVF upgrade over the X-E1 too). The X-T1 might be a better buy though.

[@Riccardo_Mori]

I have both the X-E1 and the X-Pro 1. I also own a fair amount of vintage manual focus lenses from my film days, and most of them tend to be heavier than Fuji or third-party X-mount lenses. Despite the X-Pro 1 being bulkier and heavier than the X-E1, I prefer to use the X-Pro 1 with these lenses because the resulting setup is more balanced (weight, grip, ergonomics). For the rest, I see your point and generally agree with you. Cheers! //Rick

[@bigdave1885]

I owned the xe1 when it came out and after the firmware to update the autofocus. Great camera but the autofocus was the reason i sold it....slow like the original x100.

[@brownwallet942]

Was it that slow? I paired my xe1 with 16mm f2. 8 and the autofocus was fast and reliable. Not as fast as my mft gx85 though

[@martingreenberg870]

@@brownwallet942 Love my GX85 I bought a second one as a backup. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@tomislavmiletic_]

No matter what sensor sits inside, there's terrible autofocus, unusable focus peeking, so no thanks. My X-T1, which I bought new, is miles ahead of this camera...

[@linham5187]

I can't believe the XT1 2nd body is already 500$+ in my country :(

[@tomislavmiletic_]

@@linham5187 Well that sucks. Just last year it was $400 on ebay...

[@websnail]

@@linham5187 this is how it goes once covered on YT

[@garmit61]

You could always get a nice TT Artisan MF lens if in a budget, go full manual and get around this issue. It would save a lot of wonga and give you a cheap but great camera.

[@Bjavlin1]

Bro u dumb or wut?.. i could also say that my sony mark iv is far better than fuji t1 but what's the f-ing context.. the vdo was about the nostalgia and feel of an old camera..

[@JosephLSSimpson]

The Ronald McDonald joke nearly killed me :')

[@TomCalton]

It almost killed Ronald too, but we managed to stop the bleeding in time so he's fine now.

[@MobiusCoin]

Huh, I still have this camera lying around.

[@martingreenberg870]

I too have this body lying around. Going to a photowalk tomorrow so I find and bring it along with me. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@ritchiesedeyn5330]

I think it's the funnest camera ever to use. It is far from the best but the most fun to use Just my opinion

[@iggytse]

Did I miss something? What was so special about the sensor?

[@BillNessworthyPhotography]

Subscribed purely because of the Ronald McDonald quip 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TomCalton]

Glad you appreciated it 😜 Welcome aboard!

[@FelixBrehh]

You telling me that my X-E1 is now worth selling? I'll gladly sell this or even trade it for an X-T20 or T30

[@parabellumFC]

7:01 Ayo PAUSE 😅

[@Fumanchuisnotdead]

E2 sin duda alguna esA E1 ES UNA PATATA😂

[@pierg1145]

The Sexy (EX) One !

[@streetwalkerphoto]

I don’t. Does that make me a nobody?😂

[@intraw831]

I bought a LUMIX GX85 and it has an organic color rendition also

[@martingreenberg870]

Have the GX85 too. I liked it so much I bought the GX9 last year. Then I purchased the GX8. Help! I’m caught in a reverse time warp. I love the small Pl15, P20 & 25 lenses. These bodies and lenses make for a small and lightweight combination for street photography. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@Witness1230]

not everyone,,, I don't want it.

[@archglencoe8557]

I don’t, try a Lumix gf1

[@Stealther]

While I appreciate the video and totally get you're trying to monetize it as much as possible, reviewing a camera and then showing virtually all photos edited with your preset (only 4 SOOC that I bothered to count) makes the video pretty useless to me personally in the #1 category of output qualities. Yes, you provide a rundown of the rest of the camera features which is useful but it only becomes useful if #1 clears the bar. We get it. You have presets for sale. Just some sharing some honest input.

[@TomCalton]

Thanks for your feedback. However, you could also argue that the video is useless to anyone not using this specific lens. Or if you don't shoot street photography. And if I did choose to include more photos taken SOOC, you could argue they would be useless unless I used the exact same film recipe you intend to use. I suspect I would then also get people complaining I didn't show enough RAW edits because they never shoot JPEG. My point is, if you're watching camera reviews expecting the photographer to provide an accurate simulation of how you specifically shoot, I suspect you're going to be continuely dissapointed. I create videos to give the viewer an insight in to my own personal experience using the camera. Hopefully this provides enough insight so that you can make your own decisions, however, you also have to accept that it's impossible to make a video that caters to every single person's individual wants and needs.

[@Stealther]

@@TomCalton I think you're reaching with some of your examples and intellectually dishonest in your reply. I agree that its impossible to make a video that everyone will be happy with but my point is not a fringe scenario at all and I'm pretty sure you know it. On the off-chance that you really don't, look at your content from a viewers standpoint and ask yourself if you got the information you were hoping for, or if you just got pounded with "Buy my presets", "Buy my presets", "Buy my presets", "Buy my presets". Check out Benj Haisch's channel and see how he does a wipe to show the before and after for his presets. Its a simple thing and can actually help show the benefit of your presets. Best of luck to you.

[@kennethmyrez]

this is just another one of those delusionally hyped up cameras lmfao. I still prefer my canon 5d classic

[@BlazejMarczak]

nobody is fighting, you tubers are hyping.

[@kennethmyrez]

Bro. Nobody's seeking after this camera LMFAO. Claiming something without being backed with statistical evidence LMFAO

[@royschack6023]

brah....where's your statistical evidence on "nobody's seeking..."? Relax giggle box. It's just a review.

[@yurceleo8540]

Well, i do

[@Old-School-Liberal]

👎 cheap Chinese lenses

[@TomCalton]

Not all cheap lenses are bad.

[@vadimratobylskiy]

Stop hype and no one dont want this ))

[@gz-n3gzmail142]

Holding on to my xm1 untill the prices go up ..... not. I actually would get an xe body to pair with my xm1 purely for the lack of a flippy screen, when needing a small 2 body kit