Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver
Fujifilm
89 Overall Score
vs
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
Ricoh
40 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
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Photography
Wedding Events
Product Photography
Sports Wildlife
Streaming
Beginner
Travel
Vlogging
Video
Youtube
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E X-E5 | Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 40.20000076293945 MP★ | 24.239999771118164 MP |
| ISO Range | 125 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | GR ENGINE 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 | Auto-area AF, Zone AF, Select AF, Pinpoint AF, Tracking AF, Cont |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | — |
| Burst (Electronic) | 13 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/180000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.264 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.40 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Battery Life | 310 shots★ | 200 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | Micro-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 (90th percentile)90th %ile
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black
- Strong sensor (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average burst (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver0.003score per dollar
vs
Ricoh GR GR IIIx HDF Black0.001score per dollar
Fujifilm X-E X-E5 Silver offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Fujifilm X-E X-E5
Scores 89 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.
