Fujifilm X-E4 Review - The Minimalist [Fuji XE4]
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- Опубликовано: 16 апр 2021
- Fujifilm X-E4 Review - The Minimalist [Fuji XE4]
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You can ask me here.
Thanks for the video. I've used the XE-3 since it came out, mostly with old Soviet lenses, and always for photography. It is a joy to see that this new version also allows more video options. Greetings from St. Petersburg.
You’re my favorite reviewer by far. Keep up the great work. Loving my X100V. 📷✌🏻
Very helpful video, thank you. In particular the comparison with the XS10 and XT30. Look forward to your lens review of the 27mm
Great review. I was debating whether to get this or the previous model and you helped me decide. When you said it gave you your best shooting experience, that’s huge. I’m definitely getting a second party thumb grip, shutter button and rubber grip attachment. Also can’t wait to use the Classic Negative film simulation.
A beautifully produced and informative review. Thank you.
This is what I've been waiting for.
Lovely camera.
I also recommend getting the Meike 35mm f1.7 lens. At around $70, it’s a nice addition for great bokeh; you have to select the “Use without lens” setting and focus manually (but with focus peaking it is quite simple).
Thanks for the nice review. I own the silver version and love this little cam.
Silver versions are always the best!! 📷
Great video, thank you.
The lenses are very nice, they go great with the camera!
great review!! Which is best for throwing the camera in the pocket or small purse? I can't decide on X-E4 or v100F.
Nice review, thank you very much!
Thank you!
love your reviews.
Thank you!
Started Photography with the X-E1. Love the puristic approach Fuji takes.
Served me well and still does.
Last year I upgraded to an A7 III which is a fantastic camera that I enjoy a lot and don’t want to miss.
However my Fuji has a unique feel to it. It gives Photography a different pace and feel.
Overall I love both.
The Fuji has taught me how photography works. ISO, Shutter, Aperture.
The perfect beginner camera which won’t disappoint even professionals.
For me it is not the workhorse, but gives me a very enjoyable experience which is a good thing whenever the job doesn’t require perfection.
If it does the higher gear Fuji cameras or (as for me) the A7 lineup will provide that, too.
To sum up: Great camera which has improved weaknesses of the older versions.
I would pick it up if I was to start all over again. Great camera!
The A7 III still overall is my go-to camera, but these two play in totally different leagues. The Sony should be compared to the X-T3/4 which are great, too.
X-E4 or Sony A6400 would be my choice In this price range. Paired with the right glass and a capable user all these cameras will take fantastic pictures. Even my good old X-E1.
As always: The best camera is the one you are using.
Great review as always. Keep it up!
nice review.. thanks
What a wonderful presentation!
Thank you!
I would love this camera for the size and quality. But no touchscreen control for the menus? That was disappointing...
I always like your reviews as they are so complete. My only issue with Fuji and Sony is $$$$$.
Thank you!
I cannot decide... this or XA7! I am with a very small budget because this is going to be my first proper camera. And I don’t consider the XT200, because it is a XA7 with a view finder, and I want to use the screen along with a stabilised lens like the 18/55.
Definitely X-E4
I have an XE2 and have been wondering about upgrading to an XE4.I enjoy using my XE2, I love the ergonomics, function buttons, dpad, focus selector switch all of which seem superior to those on the XE4 jufging by many reviews I have seen, but I rather like the idea of the bigger 26mp sensor and faster processor of the XE4. In your opinion are the advantages of the XE4 a good enough trade off against the ergonomics of the XE2 to go ahead and buy an XE4?
Do you recomend it for B CAM paired with an xt3 for video work? Thanks
Thnx for the review!
Q: do u think the WR lens make the camera WR?
No, it only seals the mount.
1:34 mins, what is the lens you are using? I love how you lay emphasis on "Fujifilm" experience and XE-4 is meant for that. Just wish that there was a rear dial or something extra to customise via physical buttons
Thanks for reply to other comment. Please do check this one too. Was it ttartisans? or something else?
I think it's the Pergear 35mm f1.6 from what I saw on their website, it looks very similar
@@wilsonlee5372 Yes I also saw pics after you mentioned and looks similar. Thanks for replying. Appreciated.
solidni fotak, mam ho jako svuj jediny digital
Thank you for your review. Could you please tell me what gimbal do you use for the X-E4?
Thank you.
You're welcome, I use Feiyu Tech G6 Max.
Hi thank you for this review, Since the 3.5mm jack share external mic and remote, is there Any Way to plug an external Mic + a remote cable at the same time ? (to have it on G6 Max with external mic and remote câble)
I don't really know to be honest, but I don't recommend using remote control cable with a gimbal. Using buttons on the cameras is more reliable option.
I've been considering a fugi (possibly xe4 or xs10) but also looking at the Olympus om5iii. My focus is on photography (do limited video); for all around photography, do you think a fugi aspc camera will out perform the Olympus micro 4/3rd system?
Yes, definitely.
Thanks for the great review. I'm on the fence trying to decide between this and xs10 for a camera that will always be in my bag. Do you feel that the xe4 is significantly smaller and lighter than the xs10?
Not really, X-S10 is an exceptionally compact camera.
I just want the next version of this to use the newer battery type. I wanted to buy one, but I hate the idea of maintaining two different kinds of battery.
That is very unlikely, keeping it small is higher priority for X-E line.
Another great review. I moved over to MFT a while ago and now use a G9, but I do miss my old X-T1...
Why did you move?
@@artursaizikovics3433 I wanted smaller, lighter body form factor, lighter lenses and especially a very long zoom at low weight. If I didn't want long lens, Fuji is looking like a very viable solution. Do I buy both systems? 😂
@@breadyegg tough choises, if you are happy with what you have the stay, im in fuji, prefer the look and film simulations, but i really miss my sony a6000 autofocus and focus points
You shouldn’t try to be happy with the G9. It’s fine if you aren’t totally into it. It’s a great camera, I had for over a year when it came out, but I never really liked its quality for stills. In my opinion Fuji or APS-C sensors are superior to MFT and the G9 is not a small camera at all, so getting a Fuji for photography is a good option. If you don’t enjoy shooting with the G9, don’t do just because others say it’s good. I think MFT just doesn’t cut it anymore.
@@borispradel1037 I have to agree. I also liked the G9, image quality was good for 2018 standards, but the system is quite obsolete by 2021 standards.
How did you get it centered on that gimbal? My xt20 has the same off-centre tripod mount so I can't get it properly balanced on my small gimbal.
I balanced it like any other camera, there were no issues at all.
so if you don't want an EVF then you'd really like an X-M1 with all the new tech? it was a nice camera (I still have one). i enjoyed the review. thanks
Yes, I would, I forgot that it even existed :) Thank you!
Excellent video, could you tell me what camera mount you were using with the height and focus rails
Thank you! Unfortunately, I don't know what you mean. Ideal would be to write at which time is it shown in the video.
@@TheHybridShooter There is a good shot at 10:26 showing the X-S10 on the mount I am interested in. Thanks for the reply
@@jamescawte6802 That is DJI RS2 gimbal.
@@TheHybridShooter thanks for the info - and your excellent review - I shall be back.
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1:34 mins, what is the lens you are using?
Very impressive camera. If it came out alongside the X100V, it would be very difficult to pick between the two. I don't use my X100V for video but I've taken a few clips and the it becomes quite warm fairly quickly. I wonder what changes allowed increasing the record limit from 15min to 30min.
Perhaps the WR of the X100V means it does not dissipate heat as quickly?
it was still very difficult for people looking to upgrade when the XE-4 came out
Is the XE4 a significant upgrade from the GX9?
Do you recommend this camera mainly for portrait photography? And also video shoot for little kids who are very active?
Probably no, this is mainly a travel / street photography camera. Something with more controls and larger grip would be more suitable for that.
@@TheHybridShooter thank you! May i ask for a specific model in similar Price range
Probably Sony A6400.
@@TheHybridShooterthank you
It really has excellent built quality -the s10 is no comparison, for example
Can it be used while charging?
Can someone tell me if the middle part of the xe4 is made of rubber like the XT3 for example or plastic like the doors on the XT3? I can’t believe they made it plastic. How expensive can a bit of rubber be.
Do I look forward to this (with a 35mm equivalent lens) or the X100V ? I only click photos .
Do you want to change lenses or not? If you do, then the X100V is clearly not for you. If you NEVER want to change lenses, get the X100V.
It is that simple.
I love it.
XE4 or SONY ZV1? Which one would you recommend for video?
Thanks *
I recommend both, depends on your preferences and usage.
Great video! Do you think that XE-4 is better than Gx9? And if so, why?
Thank you! GX9 has IBIS, X-E4 is better at everything else.
Thanks! Do you think the larger sensor of the xe-4 compensates for lack of ibis in low light photography (compared to gx9)?
Man, i love fujifilm cameras. :)
So do I.
Would in-built lens stabilization over come the lack of in-body stabilization? How does that work?
Generally yes.
Does it overheats?
So the xe4 doesn't have a touch-screen feature for the video AF, like the xs-10.
It can use touch screen for AF.
Good review, but I disagree with your "better no viewfinder" comment. I am hoping that they will give it a larger EVF in the next model even of it makes the camera a little bit larger. It just makes a big difference.
Thank you, that is a matter of opinion of course. I don't think that Fujifilm would be willing to enlarge the camera, if so, I would much prefer using that space for IBIS rather than larger EVF.
@@TheHybridShooter yes, IBIS would be very useful too. I think that it will eventually trickle down to XE line too.
My experiences are quite dated already, but maybe i can relate to this small EVF. First i got the m4/3 Panasonic GM1 and later the GM5 (direct successor). Many reviewers mentioned that the small EVF was better then nothing, and maybe, sure, i can see the point. It's also one of those easy safe things to say for general masses.
In practice, i found that the EVF was nice to have, but experience left feeling lackluster. The view was just so small, couldn't be any smaller. And eventually, it started to become pointless because the main LCD screen was that much better anyways. So, i sold the camera because the EVF just didn't feel fulfilling in practice, and they also changed the screen ratio to smaller size because of the EVF so there it goes. The small EVF was good on direct sunlight (but even then, you had to cover the sides with your hand / fingers or with a hat.). The EVF could give better stability, but when you don't want to look through the EVF all that much, then...
I still use my happy orange GM1 to this date, with the great big LCD and don't miss the EVF one bit. I rather use better EVF on bigger cameras.
Would you also recommend the X-E4 over the new X-T30 mark ii?
Depends on which body style you prefer, internals are basically the same.
@@TheHybridShooter Thank you! I like the body style of the X-E4 more but I'm not sure if I will be that happy with losing some of the function buttons...
in my country I am getting x-t30 with 18-55 and xe4 27mm same price. Which would you suggest ? Getting zoom is better then prime ?
xt30 18-55 way better
if they got the same price, then the question is what photography style do you aim for?
18-55 is more versatile. Get T-30
I much prefer X-E4 over X-T30, but the lenses are completely different, so it depends on what / you intend to shoot.
@@TheHybridShooter I had decided to buy T-30 and then saw XE-4 came. Form/Design factor is awesome for X-E4. Esp the black design. Just didn't wanted rear dial to go and focus switch to go from front. (They made it clean in front. Then if they were so concerned about look, then should have not added extra option of hand grip. That handgrip is so shabby design. Does not feel part of camera. Not organic. very abrupt cut on top)
Compare with the Sony A6xxx series please !
I don't own any Sony APS-C camera, so I am not able to do that.
i have the a6000 and i hate it. expensive lenses. good image quality. terrible user experience. bad menus. no camera setting buttons. opposite of fuji
@@Amperland Lenses are not expensive, there is a ton of great 3rd party options. It is a 7 years old camera... what did you expect?
Can I use X100v Battery to Fuji XE4?? Are they do contain same Battery???
Yes.
Oh wise Hybrid Shooter, please answer this question:
Should I dump my G9 in the gutter and get this camera instead? Its a serious question.
I am bothered by the fact that my G9 pictures look like I took them with an iPhone 8.
This is very different class of camera, X-T4 is more direct replacement of G9. X-E4 is more of a travel / street camera.
@@TheHybridShooter Thank you, Oh wise Hybrid Shooter. The x-t4 is at a high price for me. X-S10 looks very tempting though!
you forgot to address the exposed ribbon cable when you tilt the screen open. that can easily be caught by the finger or other object and easily ripped out requiring a very expensive repair. every other fujifilm camera with a tilt screen has a metal guard there.
I am completely fine with that.
Is this camera good for Instagram pics?
Yes, it is.
I don't necessarily agree with IBIS necessitating a larger body. A 3 axis IBIS system like that of the GR III could easily fit and can open up more creative use of shutter speed and allow for panning shots while doing street photography.
IBIS definitely requires larger body, that is not a matter of agreement. GR III can only have IBIS with that body size because it uses fixed lens and leaf shutter. Interchangeable camera require completely different components, so GR III reference is not relevant.
That makes sense. I assumed the GR III was able to do it because it used 3 axis instead of 5 axis stabilization.
Why you think X-T30 becomes obsolete? That is also a very good camera.
X-E4 is smaller, it has much better build quality and better display. It also looks much better IMO.
@@TheHybridShooter Do you look differently at these cameras comparison, now that X-T30 II is released? That is X-E4 vs. X-T30 II
What fuji lenses are somewhat parfocal ? 16-80 is a no go.
Any thoughts on how the X-E4 with the 27mm compares to the Lumix GX9 with the 20mm?
X-E4 + 27mm provides significantly better image quality. I prefer Fuji combo despite the missing IBIS.
The Lumix combo is also brighter and obviously has IBIS. I can't see much difference between my X-T20 + xf27 and the Lumix combo apart from minor DoF difference (but I no longer have a GX9 for comparison).
@@TheHybridShooter significantly better in what way? One would have to pixel peep pretty hard to see a difference in detail. Less noise at base ISO could be advantageous, but is it significant?
@@MrJed_s The dynamic range is much superior on Fuji APS-C. I have been getting a lot of noise even at base ISO with 20 MP M43 sensor when recovering shadows, especially in sunset situations. That was one of the main reasons why I left M43 system. I am viewing the pictures on large screen, where the difference in detail is clearly visible, so I don't agree with "pixel peeping" part of comment.
@@TheHybridShooter that's fair, I just thought I remembered you praising the m43 sensor in the gx9 review and saying it wasn't that far behind in terms of dynamic range. Anyway if m43 can't improve their IQ they're going to be killed by Fuji it seems.
should I get xe4 or xt3 for hybrid shooting?
Depends on your preferences.
If they made it more steel-like, even more minimalistic with proper sensor or even GFX sensor whit not much bigger or at least same design body style... i will bought it!
You will have to contact Fuji about that, but I don't think that they make custom cameras for individual customers.
@@TheHybridShooter well they should made camera to compete with Laica... big sensor in minimalistic body :) Lots of ppls will bought it. Its easy to predict just looking at how good 100v sells :P
I disagree, it is not that simple. Leica style cameras would be extremely hard to sell outside of their established hipster customer base. A7 type bodies are much better choice for majority of users. Fuji should keep doing what they are doing.
@@TheHybridShooter they bassically copycat Laica and other manufacturers... for example X-H1 layout and body was bassicaly identical to some old camera (do your research witch Minolta). Fuji in fact notorous follow others... but new GFX100 and GFX100s shows that they try to sand off. And i like this way. But now they need to make own styling... not based on others. And this is hard. Fuji copy Minoltas, Leica and even canon. Look how old Konica Autoreflex look ;)
I absolutely disagree, as I wrote, they should keep doing what they are doing. Who cares, they make vintage style cameras that look... like vintage cameras. How should they differentiate? Make a round camera? It is like with the original iPhone... every smartphone will look the original iPhone to certain extent. You can't invent the wheel twice.
In fact, Fuji is the only digital camera manufacturer with original concepts such as X-Pro 3, X100V with hybrid viewfinder or X-T series with dedicated exposure dials.
X100S and X-S10 with PASM dial are definitely the "least Fujifilm" cameras in their line-up. Those look like any other mirrorless camera. That is definitely a move away from their signature styling.
hello my friends! does it have built in time lapse mode?
Yes, it does.
4:16 I can tell you workout....Maybe I'm wrong 😅
Optional grip!
Is it not a concern not to have image stabilization?
You have to keep it mind if you are used to having having stabilization, but it is definitely a useful camera even without IBIS.
In our days what sense to buy small camera, if you have any smartphone?
Many reasons - much superior image quality, controls, lenses, creative options and so on...
@@TheHybridShooter Much more people are looking photos on their gudgets...and there is no difference on mobile display by what camera photos are made.
The second..most people on the second day forgetting about photos they made yesterday.
So again ...in modern times what sense in camera as a separate gadget?
I already answered. If you can't appreciate advantages of proper camera and your photos are not valuable, keep using your smartphone...nobody is forcing you to buy a dedicate camera.
@Coo Koo I'm using Fujifilm old XT20 with pair of lens
@@TheHybridShooter I'm using both cameras - smartphone and Fujifilm camera.
But everyday using Fujifilm camera xt 20 goes less and less.
Mobile technology goes further and further leaving no chances for old cameras
No mention of missing built-in grips and msc switch? I assume they weren't an issue for you but don't you think it's worth at least mentioning?
No, the camera is shown from every angle in the video, so can you clearly see it that.
New users don't care and current users already know. The video clearly isn't a comparison with previous models. Highlighting the differences between the X-E4, X-E3, X-E2 and X-E1 is a video in itself. Better to review the X-E4 as it is and what is does, not what it isn't or what it could have been. Compare it to current models not old ones.
@@fredbloggs545 to my knowledge it's the only Fujifilm camera with no raised grip (front or back) which seems significant to me. Even just to mention that it's a non-issue.
@@MrJed_s
Grips, thumb rests etc., can be added. You can literally right now buy a cheap stick on a grip for it if you are that bothered. But if you don't like the built-in grip on a camera, you can't remove it and are stuck with it!
Add what you like to the X-E4, or don't if you don't want to. That's an *advantage* not a disadvantage.
@@MrJed_s You have obviously noticed that there is no grip, so I don't see what is the issue here...
I don't know why people like the overpriced X100 so much. I found it very limiting and at f2.0 it was soft. I returned mine to the shop.
The XE-4 sounds like a much better option for X100 customers. Put an f1.8 or lower on it and get sharp results at f2.0 or stick any lens on it you want why limit yourself to the one chosen by Fuji.
It’s just not for you in that case. X100V is a niche came for those who can appreciate it’s strengths.
@@TheHybridShooter It's definitely not for me. I sent mine back. But what can it actually do that the XE-4 cannot?
It isn’t really about the capabilities, it is mostly about getting as close as possible to getting an experience of using a vintage rangefinder camera. It is not a camera that you buy just for the performance.
@@TheHybridShooter
I see. Fair enough. Thanks
Love your videos BTW. Very detailed and informative.
👍
Fuji still haven’t learned to make a diopter that can’t be easily knocked out of position.
It lost me on no IBIS.
I think it's a walk around daylight camera that most people will set at either 400 or 800 iso and will be shooting at 1/250 of a second. The world managed to produce amazing pics for decades without it. (Just pick up a National Geographic from the 60's) If you shoot video. Pick up a gimbal. And I think a wrist strap is a no brainer...
@@sclogse1 I have a Ronin SC gimbal, and a G9. The advantage to this is that it’s pocketable. I want a second camera with good image quality for photos (don’t need IBIS really for photos) and the 4K video,weather sealed mainly for travel . The point is with a small camera is you don’t have to take bulky equipment. You need IBIS for video for travel situations and Vlogs. Fuji need to include IBIS and then this would be perfect. As it is I will not consider. He’s having to stabilise the video in post here. Shame as I really like the Fuji film simulation.
It's just not for you in that case...
@wakeywarrior
IBIS does not fit into the X-E and X100 lines.
This style of camera isn't meant for shooting that requires IBIS.
Lack of stabilization. Once you go through your holiday pics and discard most for being out of focus (camera shake) it's time to buy another camera.
If you are discarding most for being out of focus the problem isn't a lack of IBIS.
Fuji is trying to remake the a6400
Not really, there are some similarities, but the overall user experience is very different.
@@TheHybridShooter which one do you genuinely recommend?
Depends on the preferences. I generally recommend both.
@@TheHybridShooter thanks mate. I think it all comes down to the battery life
I don't, that is similar on both.
How is that at $850 built quality is a surprise ? Shouldn't it be obvious at this price point for basically a point and shoot ?
No, it is not point and shoot camera. The build quality is better than with other sub $1000 cameras, so it is a positive surprise... there is not much more to explain there.
Please try to use the "the" grammatic article before nouns. It drives me crazy that you left it out all the time. Otherwise your English is great.
Thank you, but I don’t care about the articles.