Fujifilm X-E3 X-E3 Silver
The X-E3 pairs a 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor with X-Processor Pro for accurate color and tone reproduction in stills and video, plus Bluetooth for low-power image transfers. Its 3" touch tilt display enables gesture controls like swipe and pinch, all in a compact, premium body. Best for product photographers or enthusiasts who prioritize portability and tactile control over weather sealing or stabilization.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (90th percentile) 90th
- Strong evf (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong connectivity (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong af (74th percentile) 74th
Cons
- Below average stabilization (33th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews — so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q2 2020100/100
Buyers praised the X-E3's portability, build quality, and Fuji's color science. All reviews were extremely positive.
- Camera is slim, sleek, and highly portable with the 27mm lens.
- Fuji's color science is highly praised by newcomers from other systems.
- Seller reliability and satisfaction with purchase condition is noted.
- Camera is customizable and appeals to minimalist/rangefinder style users.
- Q1 202067/100
Buyers praise features, size, and image quality; one returned due to size expectation mismatch.
- Packed with features like X-T2 sensor, 4K, Acros simulation, and touch screen.
- Excellent image quality and JPEGs easy to share; RAW shooters love Fuji files.
- Size praised by some but larger than expected for pocket carry, leading to return.
- Rangefinder style and grip comfortable; smaller than X-T30 series.
- Q2 201890/100
Buyers praise the X-E3 for its ease of use, retro design, versatility, and superb image quality, while noting it is almost perfect.
- Easy to use, great features, and cool retro looks.
- Excellent image quality and versatile for travel, concert, and nature photography.
- Size and weight are great; touch screen works well for right-eye dominant users.
- Very capable with Fuji lenses and OIS; owner plans to buy a second body.
- Q1 201880/100
Buyers praise image quality, lenses, and handling; some note eyepiece light leak, card slot placement, and Bluetooth limitations.
- Superb image quality, film simulations, and excellent Fuji lenses.
- Fast autofocus, joystick for focus point, and comfortable ergonomics.
- Eyepiece lets in light outdoors; vision impaired in sun.
- Bluetooth marketing misleading; still requires WiFi for transfers.
Based on 24 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | X-Trans CMOS III |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | X-Processor Pro |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 91 |
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 91 |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | No |
| Subject Detection | No |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 14 |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | Yes |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
| 10-bit | No |
| Log Profile | No |
| RAW Video | No |
| Codec | H.264 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36 M dots |
Build
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 1.6 kg / 3.5 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 micro-B |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Fujifilm X-E3 X-E3 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Sony a7 a7 V | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.3MP aps-c | 32.5MP full-frame | 33MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 91 | 1053 | 759 | 493 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 14 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 5K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1588 | 609 | 610 | 1160 | 721 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm X-E3 X-E3 | 74 | 82.2 | 59.9 | 72.2 | 57.6 | 89.7 | 44.9 | 66.8 | 63.7 | 76.8 | 58.7 | 32.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.3 | 87.4 | 94.6 | 92.8 | 89.3 | 58.2 | 96.4 | 98.9 | 93.3 | 93.2 | 92.1 | 99.6 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.3 | 88.3 | 94.7 | 90.4 | 89.3 | 59.5 | 96.5 | 99.4 | 93.3 | 93.2 | 96.8 | 96.2 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 90 | 89.1 | 99.6 | 96.1 | 98.8 | 64.2 | 97.3 | 83 | 97.7 | 93.2 | 92.1 | 84.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 83.7 | 87.4 | 97.6 | 95.1 | 97.2 | 55.8 | 89.1 | 83 | 93.3 | 93.2 | 77.8 | 96.2 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.3 | 89.8 | 88.9 | 99.8 | 84.3 | 40.6 | 94.2 | 83 | 0 | 93.2 | 76.3 | 99.6 |
Usage Scores
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