Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
Fujifilm
84 Overall Score
vs
Sony Alpha 7 a7 V
Sony
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
85 out of 100 high confidence 44 reviews
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
Image quality 12
Build quality 8
Weather sealing 6
Exposure compensation dial 4
Autofocus performance 7
Ibis stabilization 5
Sony Alpha 7 a7 V
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Sports Wildlife
Wedding Events
Photography
Product Photography
Beginner
Streaming
Video
Youtube
Travel
Vlogging
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E X-E5 | Sony Alpha 7 a7 V | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 40.20000076293945 MP★ | 33 MP |
| ISO Range | 125 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | BIONZ XR2 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 29.969999313354492 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 13 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/180000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 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" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.40 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Battery Life | 310 shots | 700 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | USB Type-C |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
- Strong sensor (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sony Alpha 7 a7 V
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong af (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
Sony Alpha 7 a7 V
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Sony Alpha 7 a7 V
Scores 87 overall, wins 4 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.
