Fujifilm X-E1 Memory Card Compatibility
The Fujifilm X-E1 can use SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards. Having fast write speeds is an essential element for video and continuous shooting.
An incorrect card can spoil the functionality of your camera.
If you’re in a rush, here’s the best SD card you can buy for the Fujifilm X-E1:
- UHS-I, U1, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 10MB/s write speeds.
- Excellent choice for photos.
- Capable of recording Full HD (1920x1080) Video.
- Inexpensive with more than good enough performance.
- Larger capacities are available for a reasonable price.
Best SD Cards
Memory cards are now much less expensive than at the time the camera was originally released.
Due to the price range being quite cheap, it does not be advisable to pick anything but a high-quality memory card.
SanDisk Extreme Pro, Lexar Professional, and PNY Elite Performance cards have all been reliable for me. I have not suffered from data errors or a card break with those cards.
All of the trouble I have encountered has been because of cheap unbranded SD cards. Seeking to save around a buck isn’t worthwhile if your X-E1 is going to have problems.
If you want to spend less, grab a smaller capacity SD memory card from a high-quality company. Because of this, you will know your images are safe on the memory card.
Recommended SD Cards
- UHS-I, U1, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 10MB/s write speeds.
- Excellent choice for photos.
- Capable of recording Full HD (1920x1080) Video.
- Inexpensive with more than good enough performance.
- Larger capacities are available for a reasonable price.
- UHS-I, U3, V30, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 30MB/s write speeds.
- Good for burst shooting photos and recording 4K video.
- Larger capacity cards are available.
- Reliable & Durable: Magnet Proof, Shock Proof, Temperature Proof, Waterproof.
- Comparatively expensive for faster read speeds.
- UHS-I, U3, V30, and Class 10 Speed Rating. Can sustain 30MB/s write speeds.
- Only makes sense for professional use or if you need the largest storage capacity available.
- Temperature-proof, waterproof, shock-proof, and X-ray-proof.
Fujifilm X-E1 SD Card Compatibility
Only SDXC, SDHC, and SD memory cards can be used by the Fujifilm X-E1. Check to be sure that you have the latest firmware installed on your camera for the best results.
The newest SDUC (Secure Digital Ultra Capacity) memory cards, aren’t compatible with the X-E1.
You need to know of the 4 types of Secure Digital (SD) memory cards that can be bought. They are broken up by capactiy.
- SD (Secure Digital) - 128MB to 2GB.
- SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) - 4GB to 32GB.
- SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity) - 64GB to 2TB.
- SDUC (Secure Digital Ultra Capacity) - 4TB to 128TB.
Image Capacity
Below is a fast estimation of the number of high-quality JPEGs shots you can expect to store on a SD memory card:
- 16GB - 4,640 images
- 32GB - 9,280 images
- 64GB - 18,560 images
- 128GB - 37,120 images
Speed, Class, & UHS Ratings
Card Speed
Speed ratings of an SD card is classified by the continuous read and write transfer speeds. SD card continuous write speed is very important for clearing the buffer for continuous shooting and recording video.
Slows cards can cause a reduction in the number of continuous photos the Fujifilm X-E1 can capture. This is because the camera’s buffer is not able to write to the SD card fast enough.
When shooting video, a slow card can cause a sudden end to shooting. The video file might also be corrupted. If you are going to record video, it is important the SD card you use meets the required continuous write speed for video.
Card read speed is important for transferring files to a computer or laptop. If you have cards that are full, a card with a fast read speed will cut down on the time it takes the transfer to complete.
Speed Class Rating
The Class rating of an SD memory card is based on the continuous write speed. SD cards that have a minimum write speed of 10MB/s are labeled as Class 10.
- Class 2 - 2MB/s
- Class 4 - 4MB/s
- Class 6 - 6MB/s
- Class 8 - 8MB/s
- Class 10 - 10MB/s or faster
Every brand-name SD card that you can find for sale online will be rated Class 10. You can verify the class rating of a card by finding a number inside of the C on the sticker.
Ultra High Speed (UHS)
The Ultra High Speed bus (UHS) is a feature found in SDUC, SDXC, and SDHC cards. UHS makes it possible for increased file transfer rates.
There are 3 separate specs. The three are UHS-I, UHS-II, and UHS-III.
To find out the rating of a SD memory card, look at the front of the card. The presence of a Roman numeral I, II, or III on the front of the SD card, that is the rating of the SD memory card.
- UHS-I - Maximum transfer rate of 104 MB/s
- UHS-II - Maximum transfer rate of 312 MB/s
- UHS-III - Maximum transfer rate of 624 MB/s
Related Cameras
According to the topics that were mentioned is why the the 64GB SanDisk Extreme Pro is the best memory card for the Fujifilm X-E1. You are now prepared for any future camera you buy.
Here are a few more pages on digital cameras similar to the X-E1: