Fujifilm X-E3 Silver 2017
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
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 | Panasonic LUMIX S5 II | Sony Alpha a7 IV | Nikon Z Z8 | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.3MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame | 33MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 91 | 779 | 759 | 493 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 14 | 30 | 10 | 30 | 12 | 10 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1588 | 658 | 658 | 820 | 590 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm X-E3 | 81.1 | 86.8 | 63.9 | 79 | 61.6 | 93 | 46.7 | 75.4 | 62.7 | 84.6 | 86.1 | 36.1 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S5 II Compare | 97.8 | 90.7 | 96.1 | 91.5 | 94.2 | 55.4 | 92.6 | 99.3 | 92.3 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 88.4 |
| Sony Alpha a7 IV Compare | 96.4 | 90.7 | 96.1 | 84 | 82.7 | 66.4 | 98.1 | 98.5 | 81.1 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 92.6 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 92 | 91.3 | 97.8 | 96 | 99.3 | 71.1 | 91.8 | 87.1 | 62.7 | 95.4 | 97.7 | 88.4 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II Compare | 98.9 | 90.5 | 94.8 | 89.2 | 86.2 | 55.4 | 99.1 | 87.1 | 29.8 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 98.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 98 | 85.1 | 94.7 | 86.2 | 48.4 | 95.9 | 87.1 | 92.3 | 89.2 | 84.4 | 88.4 |
