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Fujifilm X-E4 Review

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3
Score
74/100
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MSRP $850
Released
January 2021

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Our editorial take on the Fujifilm X-E4

The Fujifilm X-E4 is a compact, rangefinder-style mirrorless camera that squeezes the excellent 26.1-megapixel APS-C sensor and X-Processor 4 from Fujifilm's flagship models into the smallest X-mount body the company makes. At just 364 grams with battery and card, it delivers serious image quality in a svelte package that prioritizes portability without sacrificing features like Fujifilm's renowned film simulations, 425-point phase-detection autofocus, and a sharp 2.36-million-dot OLED viewfinder.

Reviewers consistently praise the X-E4's build quality, styling, and image performance. The camera handles well despite its size, and the combination of excellent optics support and robust stills capabilities makes it a genuine creative tool, not just a compact compromise. Video is respectable with 4K up to 30p and 1080p slow motion at 240 fps, though the 30-minute recording limit and single SD card slot reflect its stills-first design.

The X-E4 sits between entry-level and enthusiast territory. It's not the cheapest way into the X system, but it offers flagship sensor performance and thoughtful design in a body that fits easily into a small bag or jacket pocket.

Best for: Travel and street photographers who want flagship Fujifilm image quality in the smallest X-mount body available.
What's great
  • Compact, lightweight body with premium build quality
  • Excellent 26.1-megapixel APS-C image quality with film simulations
  • Sharp 2.36-million-dot OLED viewfinder
  • 425-point hybrid autofocus with good low-light performance
  • Fully articulating 3-inch touchscreen LCD
Watch outs
  • Single SD card slot limits redundancy for pros
  • 30-minute video recording limit
  • No in-body image stabilization

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Specs

Body
Battery
NP-W126S Li-ion battery, Approx. 380 frames
Weight Grams
364 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
Dimensions Mm
121.3 x 72.9 x 32.7 mm
Video
Bit Depth
8-Bit
Internal Codecs
H.264/MOV
Max Frame Rate 4k
4K 29.97p
Max Frame Rate Hd
1080/240p
Max Video Bitrate
200 Mb/s
Max Recording Time
30-Minute Maximum
Max Video Resolution
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160)
Extras
File Format
JPEG, RAW (14bit RAF original format)
Color Chrome Effect
STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Dynamic Range Setting
AUTO, 100%, 200%, 400%
Sensor
Sensor Size
23.5 x 15.6 mm (APS-C)
Sensor Type
BSI CMOS
Image Processor
X-Processor 4
Effective Megapixels
26.1 MP
Exposure
Iso Range Video
160 to 12,800 (Extended: 160 to 25,600)
Iso Range Stills
160 to 12,800 (Extended: 80 to 51,200)
Continuous Shooting
8 fps mech, 30 fps e-shutter
Shutter Speed Electronic
Fixed 1 Second, 1/32000 to 15 Minutes
Shutter Speed Mechanical
Up to 60 Minutes (Bulb), 1/4000 to 15 Minutes
Display Vf
Viewfinder
Built-In Electronic (OLED), 2,360,000 Dot, 0.62x
Rear Screen
3.0" 1,620,000 Dot 180° Tilting LCD
Touchscreen
Yes
Lens Mount
Lens Mount
FUJIFILM X
Crop Factor
1.5x
Storage Io
Usb
USB Type-C (USB3.1 Gen1)
Hdmi
Micro-HDMI (Type D)
Audio Io
1x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input, 1x 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output (with Included Adapter)
Wireless
Yes (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi)
Card Slots
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Stabilization Af
Af Points
425 phase-detection points
Af System
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Af Low Light
-7 EV