Fujifilm Field Guideby @snapsbytaha

Fujifilm X-M5 vs X-T50

The X-T50 has more resolution (40.2MP vs 26.1MP); only the X-T50 has in-body stabilization; the X-M5 is lighter (355 g vs 438 g); the X-M5 launched for less ($799 vs $1,399). Add a third camera, or swap either one, below.

SpecFujifilm X-M5Fujifilm X-T50
Sensor and image
SensorX-Trans CMOS 4X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Resolution26.1 MP40.2 MP
Sensor sizeAPS-CAPS-C
ProcessorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Native ISO160–12800125–12800
In-body stabilizationNone7 stops
Film simulations2020
Lens and body
LensInterchangeable (X mount)Interchangeable (X mount)
Body styleCompact, no viewfinderSLR style, compact
Top controlsFilm simulation dial, mode dialFilm simulation dial, shutter speed dial, exposure compensation dial
Weather sealingNoNo
Weight355 g438 g
Size (W × H × D)111.9 × 66.1 × 38 mm123.8 × 84 × 48.8 mm
Viewfinder and screens
ViewfinderNoneElectronic, 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62×
Rear screen3.0" 1.04M-dot vari-angle touchscreen3.0" 1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
Top screenNoNo
Speed
Fastest mechanical shutter1/4000 s1/4000 s
Fastest electronic shutter1/32000 s1/180000 s
Burst8 fps mechanical, 20 fps electronic, 30 fps (1.25× crop)8 fps mechanical, 13 fps electronic, 20 fps (1.29× 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-Log2, vlog modes, 3 mics10-bit 4:2:2, F-Log2
Storage and power
Card slots1 × SD (UHS-I)1 × SD (UHS-I)
BatteryNP-W126SNP-W126S
Price
Launch price (US)$799$1,399
Announced20242024

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.