Fujifilm's compact rangefinder-style APS-C mirrorless with 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor and Bluetooth.
The Fujifilm X-E3 was released in 2017 as the third-generation rangefinder-style mirrorless body in the X-E line, featuring the 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro. At 337g with battery and card it is among the lightest X-Trans CMOS III bodies. 4K/30fps video. Up to 14fps electronic shutter burst. 2.36-million-dot OLED EVF. Bluetooth 4.0 for geotag, transfer, and remote shooting. NP-W126S battery.
The 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor pairs with X-Processor Pro. Up to 14fps electronic shutter. 4K/30fps video (100 Mbps); 1080p up to 60fps. 2.36M-dot OLED EVF. No IBIS. NP-W126S battery. Body weight approximately 337g with battery and card. Touchscreen rear LCD. Bluetooth 4.0. WiFi. Single SD card slot.
The X-E3's 2017 position in the Fujifilm lineup prioritised compact rangefinder aesthetics over physical controls: the body reduced the directional pad to a click-pad and relied more heavily on the touchscreen for navigation, targeting photographers who prefer a simpler control surface. The 4K/30fps capability at 337g provides competitive video performance in a compact form. Bluetooth enables persistent connection to a smartphone for geotag and image transfer without requiring WiFi on/off cycling.
On the used market the Fujifilm X-E3 is affordable as a mid-range X-Trans CMOS III mirrorless. Condition checks: NP-W126S battery health (shared with X-T2, X-T3, X-Pro2), touchscreen responsiveness, and single SD slot. No IBIS. Compatible with all Fujifilm X-mount lenses.