Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs X-E1: full comparison
The X-E1 leads on more headline specs, but the X-Pro1 counters on a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder.
Also searched as XPro1 vs XE1, and in the other order as XE1 vs XPro1.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Fujifilm X-E1 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-Pro and the X-E. Both launched in 2012. At launch the X-Pro1 was 1,699 USD and the X-E1 999 USD, making the X-E1 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-Pro1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder.
The X-E1 isn't far behind. It hits back with 350-shot battery life and a lighter 350g body.
So which one? If you want a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder, get the X-Pro1. If 350-shot battery life is closer to what you actually need, the X-E1 is the smarter buy. And the X-E1 costs less — 999 USD at launch.
Where the X-Pro1 wins
- +a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder
Where the X-E1 wins
- +350-shot battery life
- +a lighter 350g body
Who should buy the X-Pro1 or X-E1?
Buy the X-Pro1 if…
Pick the X-Pro1 if a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-Pro handling. Read the full X-Pro1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-E1 if…
Pick the X-E1 if 350-shot battery life, a lighter 350g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 999 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-E handling. Read the full X-E1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-Pro1 vs X-E1: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-Pro1 review and X-E1 review.
X-Pro1 vs X-E1: full specs
| Spec |  X-Pro12012 · $1,699 |  X-E12012 · $999 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Launch price | 1,699 USD | 999 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans I | X-Trans I |
| Processor | EXR Processor Pro | EXR Processor Pro |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 6 | 6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 24p | 1080p 24p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF (1.44M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" fixed | 2.8" fixed |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 450g | 350g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 300 shots | 350 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-Pro1 review and the Fujifilm X-E1 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.