FUJIFILM BATTLE - X-E3 vs. X-PRO2

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I decided to do a comPrison between 2 old cameras that people are always asking about. Strangely enough these cameras have a lot of things in common but they were aimed towards different areas of expertise. Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a professional grade camera designed to be a workhorse, but about the Fujifilm X-E3? Can it hold up to its big brother? Is it much different? I answered all these questions in this video.

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Cameras used:
Fujifilm XPro2
Fujifilm XE3
Fujifilm X-T3 (filming)

Lenses:
Fujinon 23mm f1.4
Fujinon 27mm f2.8

[kendickson]

I went for the X-E3 lovely little camera and results did not disappoint me at all. I usually use a full frame Nikon and bought this as
a back up camera, but in many respect I prefer to use this. Kit lens is super sharp and colour rendition straight out of the came is
excellent, I like the way you can assign a film profile and I love the Velvia look.

[Jidccruz]

Nice video even after 3 years, it'll help people! I have now an X-E2 + 35f2 (extra lens) and have a chance to trade it with an X-Pro2, but the seller is asking for an additional $430. Then I found one seller of an X-E3 and is willing to trade straight. Today, what would you choose between the two options?

[heychaz]

I've been using the X-E1 for quite some time. After watching many X-Pro3 videos, decided the cost was likely not worth it for me. Began to shop the X-Pro2… but I like the EVF. So here I am, considering the X-E3 against the X-Pro2. Thanks for the video.

[daviddobbin]

Thank you! 🙏Happily owning a X-E2 and with the new Fuji releases, your video has come just at the right time, with helping decide what to ‘upgrade’ to🙂

[JayGrapherTh]

great video thank you.
totally looking at older fuji bodies to have the budget to invest in their amazing lens
do wonder about manual focusing and if the PRO2 is better or both will still have to use the electric screen view to see the focus peaking so it wouldnt make much of a difference?

[malfunkt]

Definitely considered both, but went the X-E3 route as I got a good deal that included the kit 18-55mm. My intention was to get the small 27mm, but ended up getting larger manual lenses. I also realize now that a larger body with grip would be a bit better - and so I think I will need to eventually get a grip for the X-E3. Which grip are you using btw?

I just wanted to dip my toes into the Fuji waters a bit. I'm able to do some client natural light portraits and the overall system is compact enough to throw in a small backpack and take anywhere.

Also, when I bought the X-E3, I knew it was a bit older, but I carefully researched specs and performance, and realized that there haven't been dramatic changes for APS-C sensors from 2016-present. So I think this will last me several years at least.

[tomverfr]

Hi Chris ! I'm unearthing this a bit! I'm mostly shooting film and want to start going digital soon as I'd to do a bit of professional work soon, mainly street/fashion lookbooks. I highly prefer small rangefinder like cameras and was interested in the xpro/xe lines. Xpro 1 is said to be too slow and maybe the resolution is not high enough for print, so I'm considering xpro2/xe3 now, do you think xe3 could do it ? Even though people might think a small camera can't do the work.... thanks for your feedback!

[vijaychitte]

Hey dear chris, i love the comparison. video for these two fuji buddies, i just brought XE3 for my fun use and out door travel shoot . as have already GFX 50S since two years . because of 4k video and light weight i choose XE3 for me, last week i went for some bush trails in country side for vacation as i was carrying only one lens 18-135 mm i shot everything on this little buddy including landscape, nature, portraits and all with minimalistic approach but, trust me after seeing images on my imac i got really surprised ... its wonderful package in small size ... thanks ... ALL THE VERY BEST ...

[cosmaracorosu]

Great presentation and definitely worthwhile cameras, even years later. The difference between casual pro and casual clueless photographer is a litlte overblown though. None of us is really in National Geographics of Magnum league and everybody having a camera that is not a phone has an idea about how it works and the curiosity to learn.

[chrisnovakowski]

Thank you for the great comparison between the X-E3 & X-Pro2. I am considering both of these cameras as my gateway into the world of the mirrorless Fujifilm system. Can you please tell me which of these two Fuji bodies would you recommend for vintage manual lenses & why? Thank you.

[vegamm]

Which shutter button is that on your XPRO 2? I've been looking for something that doesn't stick out as much and that one looks really good.

[blood_n_guts_murphy]

Thanks but would have been better with grips off. Size and weight are major concerns. But you have helped convince me to trade the xe3 in for the big boy. 👍

[martingreenberg]

Basically the XE3 is the little brother of the XPRO2. Smaller. Lighter. Cheaper. Same output.

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[erklng]

Discovered the x-e3 after researching the xpro2/3 + x100v. Really interesting, compact little body. It’s December 2020 now, let’s see if Fuji has been working on an x-e4. Thank you for this!

[ocphish]

Thanks for this Chris. I own lots of Fuji cameras including an X-Pro2 that I pre-ordered when it was first announced. It is still my go-to camera and I prefer it over my X-T2 and X-T3. I liked your video and might even consider buying a used X-E3 now because it looks like a real fun little camera. And as you say, it would slip easily into a pocket and be good for discrete street shooting. Now let's have more comparison videos and videos of older kit too. Stray safe.

[teagueshoup]

Hey man, I’m late to the party but would you be willing to sell your X-E3?

[sergeikozitskii]

Considering to buy my first camera x-e3