Fujifilm Field Guideby @snapsbytaha

Fujifilm X-E5 vs X-M5

The X-E5 has more resolution (40.2MP vs 26.1MP); only the X-E5 has in-body stabilization; the X-M5 is lighter (355 g vs 445 g); the X-M5 launched for less ($799 vs $1,699). Add a third camera, or swap either one, below.

SpecFujifilm X-E5Fujifilm X-M5
Sensor and image
SensorX-Trans CMOS 5 HRX-Trans CMOS 4
Resolution40.2 MP26.1 MP
Sensor sizeAPS-CAPS-C
ProcessorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Native ISO125–12800160–12800
In-body stabilization7 stopsNone
Film simulations2020
Lens and body
LensInterchangeable (X mount)Interchangeable (X mount)
Body styleRangefinder styleCompact, no viewfinder
Top controlsFilm simulation dial, shutter speed dial, exposure compensation dialFilm simulation dial, mode dial
Weather sealingNoNo
Weight445 g355 g
Size (W × H × D)124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm111.9 × 66.1 × 38 mm
Viewfinder and screens
ViewfinderElectronic, 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62×None
Rear screen3.0" 1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen (flips 180°)3.0" 1.04M-dot vari-angle touchscreen
Top screenNoNo
Speed
Fastest mechanical shutter1/4000 s1/4000 s
Fastest electronic shutter1/180000 s1/32000 s
Burst8 fps mechanical, 13 fps electronic, 20 fps (1.29× crop)8 fps mechanical, 20 fps electronic, 30 fps (1.25× crop)
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 60P6.2K 30P, 4K 60P
Video extras10-bit 4:2:2, F-Log210-bit 4:2:2, F-Log2, vlog modes, 3 mics
Storage and power
Card slots1 × SD (UHS-II)1 × SD (UHS-I)
BatteryNP-W126SNP-W126S
Price
Launch price (US)$1,699$799
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.