Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
Fujifilm
84 Overall Score
vs
OM System OM-5 OM-5 Mark II Black
OM System
70 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
OM System OM-5 OM-5 Mark II Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Photography
Product Photography
Video
Youtube
Beginner
Streaming
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Vlogging
Travel
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E X-E5 | OM System OM-5 OM-5 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | BSI Live MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 40.20000076293945 MP★ | 20 MP |
| ISO Range | 125★ | 200 |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | TruePic IX |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 13 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/180000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | All-Intra, Long GOP | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.14 kg | 0.37 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 310 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-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 (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong video (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
OM System OM-5 OM-5 Mark II Black
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Fujifilm X-E X-E5
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 10 usage categories and 11 of 33 specs.