[x100t noisy EVF and LDC compared to x100s]

I took a quick look at my X100T and the viewfinder and LCD produce a perfectly clean image that looks like the second photo above. You may simply have a faulty model on your hands.

[Lusting over X100T.. save me from my GAS.. or don't?]

I had/have the x100s and I had to go through he trials and tribulations of deciding to buy the upgraded x100t.  Absolutely the right decision.  It is significantly faster focusing in low light and the ergonomics are much closer to my xt1 which I really like.  Some say if you have the x100s getting the x100t is a hard decision...and it was....but now that I have the newer x100t I have absolutely NO buyer's remorse.  

 

Completely agree. In terms of handling, interface and focusing, the X100T is so much better than the S. I tell anyone who's on the fence to go for the T.

[X100T - Do NOT judge this camera by its looks]

I've always been a manual shutter - by that I mean I set my own ISO, Aperture and Shutter speeds. But I'm almost willing to let this camera lose with Shutter and Aperture Priority modes - it is doing such a good job!

 

I haven't even tired it yet with flash! So far, no need!

One thing I enjoy about the X100T is being able to set aperture and shutter speed manually but leaving ISO on Auto (within certain parameters). It's great for getting the exact effect I want and not having to worry too much about exposure.

[My new set of accessories *__*]

Beautiful!