Panasonic LUMIX GH5II GH5II Black 2025
Panasonic
88 Overall Score
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Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
Fujifilm
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX GH5II GH5II Black 2025
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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
Scores
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Wedding Events
Video
Product Photography
Streaming
Travel
Vlogging
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX GH5II GH5II | Fujifilm X-E X-E5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Live MOS | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR |
| Size | micro-four-thirds | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 20.299999237060547 MP | 40.20000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100★ | 125 |
| Processor | Venus Engine | X-Processor 5 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection: 225 | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 12 fps | 29.969999313354492 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 13 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/180000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 6K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 180 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 | 3.7M dots★ | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.73 kg | 0.40 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 410 shots★ | 310 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX GH5II GH5II Black 2025
- Strong evf (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
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
Verdict
Winner: Panasonic LUMIX GH5II GH5II
Scores 88 overall, wins 3 of 10 usage categories and 3 of 33 specs.