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What do you think of used XE-3 as gateway to Fuji ILC system?

Started Apr 27, 2021 | Discussions thread
FTOG Senior Member • Posts: 1,359
Re: What do you think of used XE-3 as gateway to Fuji ILC system?

uniball wrote:

I do prefer the 25/26 mp sensors. But I get quality files from both. The rest I accept whatever they decide to incorporate on whatever camera I buy. It’s the results that count and the camera has little to do with that. Spend less, get comparable, sounds pretty good to me.

I agree that the output/IQ of the 16Mpix sensors is pretty close to the 25/26MPix sensors. High ISO performance is also more than useable. The X-E2's noise reduction tends to sometimes wipe out detail, even when turned all the way down.

But there are plenty of QOL and performance improvements in the X-E3 to appreciate:  Front command dial, AF joystick, C-mode of exp. comp dial (for extended range & command dial assignment), addition of MyMenu, touchscreen for image review (swipe, pinch zoom), general AF improvement and AF-C custom settings, extended Auto-ISO range, Acros, much better video functions and output...

I acknowledge that if you want the lowest barrier of entry, a used X-E2(s) will be cheaper. But in my opinion, if you're planning to stay on a body longer term, the above points are easily worth the additional 200 USD give or take.

 FTOG's gear list:FTOG's gear list
Fujifilm X-E3 Fujifilm XF 14mm F2.8 R Fujifilm XF 23mm F2 R WR Fujifilm 50mm F2 R WR Fujifilm XF 27mm F2.8 R WR +2 more
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