Fujifilm Field Guideby @snapsbytaha

Fujifilm X100VI vs X-E5

The X-E5 has stronger stabilization; the X-E5 is lighter (445 g vs 521 g); the X100VI launched for less ($1,599 vs $1,699). Add a third camera, or swap either one, below.

SpecFujifilm X100VIFujifilm X-E5
Sensor and image
SensorX-Trans CMOS 5 HRX-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Resolution40.2 MP40.2 MP
Sensor sizeAPS-CAPS-C
ProcessorX-Processor 5X-Processor 5
Native ISO125–12800125–12800
In-body stabilization6 stops7 stops
Film simulations2020
Lens and body
LensFixed 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent), built-in 4-stop NDInterchangeable (X mount)
Body styleCompact, rangefinder styleRangefinder style
Top controlsISO/shutter dial, exposure compensation dialFilm simulation dial, shutter speed dial, exposure compensation dial
Weather sealingWith adapter ring and filterNo
Weight521 g445 g
Size (W × H × D)128 × 74.8 × 55.3 mm124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm
Viewfinder and screens
ViewfinderHybrid optical/electronic, 3.69M-dot OLEDElectronic, 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62×
Rear screen3.0" 1.62M-dot tilting touchscreen3.0" 1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen (flips 180°)
Top screenNoNo
Speed
Fastest mechanical shutter1/4000 s (leaf shutter)1/4000 s
Fastest electronic shutter1/180000 s1/180000 s
Burst11 fps mechanical, 20 fps electronic (1.29× 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-Log210-bit 4:2:2, F-Log2
Storage and power
Card slots1 × SD (UHS-I)1 × SD (UHS-II)
BatteryNP-W126SNP-W126S
Price
Launch price (US)$1,599$1,699
Announced20242025

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.