Fujifilm has unveiled the X-E1 interchangeable-lens camera, the latest addition to its X series range.
Set for release in the third quarter, the X-E1, unveiled by Fujifilm president Shigehiro Nakajima, features a 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor with OLED electronic viewfinder, a built-in flash and an X mount for the Fujinon XF lens range. This range will soon be expanded from three lenses to five, and to 10 early in 2013.
Design and operation
The X-E1 is available in two colour options, silver and black, according to Fujifilm. The top and front covers are made from die-cast magnesium, with the unit weighing in at 350g.
The sides of the dials on the top panel feature a textured pattern for adjustment, while users can turn the aperture ring on the lens with their left hands, and operate the dials for shutter speed and exposure compensation on the top panel with their right hands without having to take their eyes off the viewfinder.
Functions frequently used during shooting can be assigned to the Function (Fn) button.
The X-E1 can take approximately 350 shots per charge. The proprietary TTL metering system is used to enable indoor shooting of close-up shots with an appropriate amount of light.
OLED electronic viewfinder
The X-E1 features an OLED electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 million dots and a contrast ratio of 1:5 000, the company says. The viewfinder has a lens structure consisting of two glass elements and one double aspherical element, which offer an experience similar to an optical viewfinder.
A wide, 25-degree horizontal field of view allows the user to scan the entire scene, while the diopter dial allows for adjustment of the distance between the eye and the EVF to a preferred position.
Additional features
The X-E1 features the 'EXR Processor Pro', which receives image signals from the X-Trans CMOS Sensor and processes the information before the next shot is taken without delay.
Purchasers of the X-E1 will also have the option of shooting full HD movies with the camera. Monochrome or Film Simulation modes may be used when recording video, and a microphone can also be connected while recording.
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