Fujifilm X-Pro1 Review

The Fuji X-Pro1 is the company’s first compact system camera (CSC). It features an X-Trans CMOS sensor with 16.3 million pixels capable of producing photographs with a maximum resolution of 15.89 megapixels. This indicates that when photos are printed at 300ppi, they are only a little fraction shorter than full A3 size, which is perfect for most amateur photographers.

Fuji says that the XPro1’s innovative architecture enables it to generate photographs that are superior to those produced by full-frame cameras, even though its sensor only has an APS-C size.

The X-Trans CMOS device uses a 6 x 6 RGGB filter array pattern, with a random arrangement of color filters within each block of 36 photoreceptors, in contrast to the majority of cameras, which use a Bayer pattern of red, green, green, and blue receptors (usually referred to as RGGB) arranged in a 2 x 2 grid. Bayer is a pattern of red, green, green, and blue receptors.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Build Quality

The Fuji X-Pro1 is relatively big in contrast to other current compact system cameras; however, unlike the Micro Four Thirds offering from Olympus and Panasonic, it uses an APS-C format sensor instead of a sensor in the smaller Micro Four-Thirds format.

Although it has a substantial feel, the camera without a lens installed is slightly lighter than we had anticipated. However, it is still a beast. It feels about right with one of the three lenses that are now available installed, and both the body and the controls have a good-quality feel to them.

The Fuji X-Pro1 is more of a competitor to sophisticated DSLRs or rangefinders than to compact system cameras (CSCs), given that it has a retro design and a classic control setup. When the rumored M mount adaptor finally makes its debut on the market, Leica owners interested in purchasing a digital camera will have a less expensive option than the Leica M9.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Viewfinder

With the X100, Fuji was the first to pioneer the notion of a hybrid viewfinder, which combines an electronic and an optical viewfinder. With the X-Pro1, Fuji was able to build a finder that is analogous to the hybrid viewfinder but is capable of working with interchangeable lenses.

Even while it is possible to gaze through the optical viewfinder (OVF) without seeing any shooting information, it is recommended that you use it with the information view on so that the bright electronic frame, which displays the imaging area, is visible.

Additionally, it is possible to view the active AF point (with the appropriate parallax adjustment) and the virtual horizon.

Even though the Reverse Galilean optical viewfinder has a magnifying lens that can be slipped into position when necessary, Fuji suggests that the electronic viewfinder be used in conjunction with the zoom lenses and longer telephoto lens that it plans to release shortly.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Performance

It is possible that describing the image quality of the Fuji X-Pro1 as having rates similar to those of film is the most accurate way to describe it.

Images appear to be realistic and not digital when seen at standard viewing sizes, which is a difficult quality to quantify. However, there is a seamless transition from in-focus to out-of-focus areas, which appear to have a natural blur.

Meanwhile, low-sensitivity photos show a lot of detail in the parts of the picture that are in focus. There isn’t quite the same amount of detail we’ve seen with full-frame DSLRs, but it isn’t that far off, and moiré patterning doesn’t seem to be an issue, despite the absence of an anti-aliasing filter. The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is a professional-grade digital single-lens reflex camera.

When JEPG photographs are zoomed in, it is possible to see that the firm edges have been over-sharpened, and, as is typically the case, the best results are acquired by editing raw images after they have been captured.

The native sensitivity settings go all the way up to ISO 6400, but there are JPEG-only choices for ISO 12,800 and 25,600 as well. The results suffer from oversharpening, probably in an attempt to remedy the softness that was generated by the noise reduction, which is why it is recommended to keep these high levels for use only in an emergency.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Image Quality

The Fujifilm X-Pro1 is capable of producing photographs of exceptional quality. It captured noise-free JPEG photos at ISO 100 up to 6400, with only a little noise at ISO 12800 and more noticeable noise along with a small desaturation of color at the fastest ISO 25600 setting, which is an astounding performance for a camera with an APS-C sensor. The RAW files were also very high quality, providing useable photographs over the whole ISO range (200-6400).

When the sharpness setting was set to default, the pictures were soft right out of the Fujifilm X-Pro1. Therefore, for the best results, you should do further sharpening in an application such as Adobe Photoshop; alternatively, you may modify the setting inside the camera.

The night image turned out quite well. The camera’s maximum shutter speed of 30 seconds was sufficient for most after-dark shots, and the Bulb mode enabled considerably longer exposures if necessary.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specs

Body type	Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Body material	Titanium
Sensor
Max resolution	6240 x 4160
Image ratio w h	3:2
Effective pixels	26 megapixels
Sensor size	APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor type	BSI-CMOS
Processor	X-Processor 4
Color space	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array	X-Trans
Image
ISO	Auto, 160-12800 (expands to 80-51200)
Boosted ISO (minimum)	80
Boosted ISO (maximum)	51200
Custom white balance	Yes
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Fine, normal
File format	JPEG (Exif v2.3)Raw (Fujifilm RAF, 14-bit)
Optics & Focus
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)Phase DetectMulti-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousTouchFace DetectionLive View.
Autofocus assist lamp	Yes
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	425
Lens mount	Fujifilm X
Focal length multiplier	1.5×
Screen/viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Tilting
Screen size	3″
Screen dots	1,620,000
Touch screen	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD
Live View	Yes
Viewfinder type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder coverage	95%
Viewfinder magnification	0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder resolution	3,690,000
Photography features
Exposure modes	ProgramAperture priorityShutter priorityManual
Built-in flash	No
External flash	Yes (via hot shoe)
Self-timer	Yes
Metering modes	MultiCenter-weightedAverageSpot
Exposure compensation	±5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes
Videography features
Format	MPEG-4, H.264
Modes	4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Microphone	Stereo
Speaker	Mono
Storage
Storage types	Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support)
Connectivity
USB	USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
HDMI	No
Microphone port	Yes
Headphone port	No
Wireless	Built-In
Wireless notes	802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth
Remote control	Yes (wired, cable release, or smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack
Weight (inc. batteries)	497 g (1.10 lb / 17.53 oz)
Dimensions	141 x 83 x 46 mm (5.55 x 3.27 x 1.81″)
Other features
Orientation sensor	Yes
GPS	None

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Verdict

It appears to come to adjust the exposure using a ring for the aperture and a dial for the shutter speed. The combination of outstanding noise control and fast lenses means that you can shoot with the sensitivity set to automatic without any significant issues.

The Quick menu system Fuji uses is easily one of the most advanced and streamlined we have ever used. It would be nearly ideal if it were possible to personalize it.

The hybrid viewfinder is likewise quite good, but its performance while manually focusing the camera is not entirely up to the standards we had hoped for.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Pros & Cons