Maar doe je je zelf tekort om nu nog een mooie tweede hands X-E2 te gaan kopen?
En dan natuurlijk de vraag waarin doe je je zelf dan te kort?
Conclusion: is the new X-E2s really necessary?
Knowing Fujifilm’s history when it comes to substantial firmware upgrades, it is difficult to understand why they released a new X-E2s when the X-E2 will be essentially the same with the new firmware 4.0. The X-E series was born initially to offer a less expensive rangefinder alternative to the X-Pro1. The success of the X-T1 and X-T10 probably encouraged Fujifilm to change its plan with regards to the X-E line-up but we can’t help but think that this X-E2s is somewhat redundant. The improvements made to the front grip and the EVF hardly justify the creation of a new model. Perhaps the camera was announced to gather new customers that are not interested in dealing with firmware updates and want to buy something that is new and ready to use with the latest features. But of all the new products announced today, it does feel like the only one that doesn’t bring anything new to the series.
Conclusion
There really aren’t many differences between the X-E2v4 and the new X-E2S. If you already own an X-E2, don’t sell it to get a X-E2S! Just apply the upgrade and be happy with your new camera. Don’t look any further.