New Delhi: Following hot on the heels of the highly acclaimed X-Pro1, FUJIFILM unveiled X-E1, its second interchangeable lens camera.
With its convenient portable size and fast autofocus speed, the X-E1 promises to be an exciting addition to the X series range. X-E1 offers 16 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor with top-class OLED electronic viewfinder, a smaller body with built-in flash and the X mount for the Fujinon XF lens range.
In addition, FUJIFILM expanded the lens line-up for its interchangeable cameras from three single focal length lenses in the first series to five with an addition of two lenses, a bright F2.8 super wide 14mm (21mm in 35mm equivalent) single focal length lens and a bright F2.8-4 zoom lens that covers the shooting range of 18mm to 55mm (27-83mm in 35mm equivalent). Another line of five unique lenses will be added to the XF lens series in early 2013, making the total to 10 lenses.
Unlike the X-Pro1 with its hybrid multi viewfinder, the X-E1 camera boasts an OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF) with a resolution of 2.36 million dots, making it one of the highest resolutions available on digital cameras with EVFs.
“The response we received for X-Pro 1 is overwhelming and it was the true inspiration behind X-E1. The X-E1 features the fast, high-precision “EXR Processor Pro” for quick responses whatever you’re shooting. The EXR Processor Pro receives image signals from the complex X-Trans CMOS Sensor and processes the information swiftly ensuring you can move on to your next shot without delay,” said, K Tanaka, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India.
X-E1, available in two variations Silver and Black, has an attractive and unique classical design. With X-E1 the user can view the new heights of photography, thanks to FUJIFILM’s creative “Film Simulation Modes” to simulate the distinctive textures of conventional photo film. One can use the high saturation "Velvia" for landscape shots with stunning primary colors, "ASTIA" for faithful smooth skin tone reproduction and the more versatile "PROVIA" for its natural look, as well as two additional settings based on professional color negative films.
X-E1, the successor of blockbuster X – Pro 1, has advanced digital processing which enables "multiple exposure". With this option, the user can superimpose two exposures to create a single image.
It also offers full HD movie recording at 24fps. In addition the user can use Monochrome or Film Simulation modes when video recording, and even take advantage of the X-E1’s large sensor and bright XF lenses to capture movies with beautiful defocused bokeh effect. To record audio with enhanced clarity X-E1 allows the user to connect microphone.
According to Rohit Pandit, Executive Vice President, FUJIFILM India, “The option of ‘multiple exposure’ will be a take the photographers to a new level. After selecting the Multiple Exposure mode, take the first shot, and display the image on either the EVF or LCD monitor as reference when taking the second shot. This system facilitates more accurate positioning and focusing. The ability to take two shots while visually checking the finished image allows users to produce unique photographic expressions.”
For X-Pro1 users, a new firmware (embedded software for digital camera) has been launched, which enable them to use the newly introduced XF lenses in their camera. The firmware can be downloaded from “Support” on the Fujifilm Global website.
