Fujifilm Field Guideby @snapsbytaha

Fujifilm X-E5 vs GFX100S II

The GFX100S II has more resolution (102MP vs 40.2MP); the GFX100S II has stronger stabilization; the X-E5 is lighter (445 g vs 883 g); for video, the X-E5 does 6.2K 30P, 4K 60P and the GFX100S II 4K 30P; the X-E5 launched for less ($1,699 vs $4,999). Add a third camera, or swap either one, below.

SpecFujifilm X-E5Fujifilm GFX100S II
Sensor and image
SensorX-Trans CMOS 5 HRGFX 102MP CMOS II
Resolution40.2 MP102 MP
Sensor sizeAPS-CMedium format (43.8 × 32.9 mm)
ProcessorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Native ISO125–1280080–12800
In-body stabilization7 stops8 stops
Film simulations2020
Lens and body
LensInterchangeable (X mount)Interchangeable (G mount)
Body styleRangefinder styleSLR style
Top controlsFilm simulation dial, shutter speed dial, exposure compensation dialMode dial, two command dials
Weather sealingNoYes
Weight445 g883 g
Size (W × H × D)124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm150 × 104.2 × 87.2 mm
Viewfinder and screens
ViewfinderElectronic, 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62×Electronic, 5.76M-dot OLED, 0.84×
Rear screen3.0" 1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen (flips 180°)3.2" 2.36M-dot 3-way tilting touchscreen
Top screenNoYes
Speed
Fastest mechanical shutter1/4000 s1/4000 s
Fastest electronic shutter1/180000 s1/16000 s
Burst8 fps mechanical, 13 fps electronic, 20 fps (1.29× crop)7 fps
AutofocusPhase detection, AI subject detection (faces, eyes, animals, birds, cars, planes, trains, insects, drones)Phase detection, AI subject detection (faces, eyes, animals, birds, cars, planes, trains, insects, drones)
Video
Best video6.2K 30P, 4K 60P4K 30P
Video extras10-bit 4:2:2, F-Log210-bit 4:2:2, Apple ProRes, F-Log2
Storage and power
Card slots1 × SD (UHS-II)2 × SD (UHS-II)
BatteryNP-W126SNP-W235
Price
Launch price (US)$1,699$4,999
Announced20252024

Specs from Fujifilm's published specifications. Weight includes battery and card. Prices are US launch prices; today's prices are often lower. Green marks the best value in a row where it's clear-cut.