Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-E1 and the Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced in February 2013 and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR was introduced in January 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-E1 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Unknown Focus Points (Unknown Cross-type)
      • 2.8" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 6.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Tilting Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm X-E1
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 600 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm X-E1
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-E1 over Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR.

      Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
      Sensor Type CMOS X-TRANS I vs EXR-CMOS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Lighter 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) vs 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

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      Fujifilm X-E2
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E2S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E3
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-E4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Olympus PEN-F
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20 MP

      Sony W560
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-H2
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Samsung WB30F
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Canon 5D
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      Full Frame

      13.3 MP

      Fujifilm X-T4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Nikon D750
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      Full Frame

      24.3 MP

      Pentax K-5 II
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      Fujifilm HS35EXR
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR over Fujifilm X-E1.

      Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 3,200
      Higher Boosted ISO 25,600 vs 12,800
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4608 x 3456
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Image Stabilization vs
      Screen Type Fixed vs Tilting
      Larger Screen 2.8" vs 3.0"
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 6.0 fps vs 11.0 fps
      Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 600 shots
      Internal Storage vs 20 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR.

      Fujifilm HS30EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16.0 MP

      Fujifilm HS50EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm HS10
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      1/2.3-inch

      10.3 MP

      Fujifilm HS20 EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon D70
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      APS-C

      6.1 MP

      Nikon D5000
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Nikon D90
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Sony a6000
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Sony a7R V
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M10 II
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.1 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
        Video Capture
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini connector Mini
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-E1 Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot460k dot
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life350 shots600 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a 2.8" Fixed screen with 460k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 460k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR features a 16 megapixel 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 23 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

      Fujifilm X-E1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-E1 is equipped with EXR Pro processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896 x 2760,3264 x 3264, 3456 x 2304, 3456 x 1944, 2304 x 230, 2496 x 1664, 2496 x 1408 , 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1840, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-E1 has a Mini connector HDMI and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-E1 comes with W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 600 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-E1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-E1, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. Fujifilm X-E1 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.10 m Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m on Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Fujifilm X-E1 and via Shoe Mount to Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-E1.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-E1 body has dimensions of 129 x 75 x 38 mm (5.08 x 2.95 x 1.5") and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR body has dimensions of 131 x 97 x 126 mm (5.16 x 3.82 x 4.96"). Fujifilm X-E1 weighs 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR weighs 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz).

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

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      75 mm

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      97 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      75
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 600 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      73
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 600 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      GOOD
      71
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      GOOD
      81
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      GOOD
      79
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      78
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 600 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and give them scores of 61 and 62 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      OVERALL
      61
      OVERALL
      62

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      GOOD
      71
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      53
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      GOOD
      74
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      70
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.8"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      GOOD
      75
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-E1

      Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 687 g (1.51 lb / 24.23 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 600 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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