Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Black Starter Bundle
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Black Starter Bundle
The Fujifilm X-E5 is widely praised as a compact, stylish travel and everyday camera that delivers outstanding image quality thanks to its 40.2MP sensor, IBIS, and beloved film simulations. Users love the interchangeable lens mount, fast autofocus, and intuitive controls, though many note the lack of weather sealing, a finicky exposure compensation dial, and a mediocre EVF as drawbacks. Overall, it's seen as a versatile alternative to the X100VI for those who want lens flexibility without sacrificing portability.
Pros
- Outstanding image quality with 40.2MP sensor
- Effective in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
- Beautiful film simulations and color science
- Compact and lightweight body
- Interchangeable lens mount for versatility
Cons
- No weather sealing
- Flimsy exposure compensation dial
- Mediocre electronic viewfinder (EVF)
- Rear command dial too easy to press accidentally
- No dedicated ISO dial
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II
This user switched from the Lumix G9M2 to the OM System OM-1 Mark II for "run and gun" shooting and found it excellent, especially for mountain bike races. They praise its fast sensor readout, highlights exposure mode that improves shadow detail in raw files, and 10-bit video. However, the reviewer notes the lack of a true auto mode and the inability to edit previous forum posts, while also pointing out that custom modes can save configuration changes. The Q&A section contains numerous unanswered questions and a complaint about inaccurate product specs regarding integrated flash and included memory card.
Pros
- fast sensor readout
- highlights exposure mode improves shadow detail
- 10-bit video recording
- custom modes save configuration changes
- 2x crop assignable to lens button
Cons
- no true auto mode
- cannot edit previous forum posts
- inaccurate product specs on flash and memory card
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E X-E5 | OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 40.20000076293945 MP★ | 20.399999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 125★ | 200 |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | TruePic X |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 13 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 13 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/180000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps | 240 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.40 kg★ | 2.26 kg |
| Battery Life | 310 shots | 520 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Black Starter Bundle
- Strong sensor (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II
- Strong evf (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong burst (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (24th percentile)
Pricing
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Black Starter Bundle
OM System OM-1 OM-1 Mark II
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 8 of 10 usage categories and 4 of 33 specs.
