Canon EOS M5 vs Fujifilm X100F — Which Is Better?
Side by side47 specifications |
Canon · Mirrorless · 24.2 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Canon EOS M5
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Fujifilm X100F
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WINNER
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon EOS M5 and the Fujifilm X100F are APS-C mirrorless cameras announced a few months apart, but they aim at different photographers. The M5 uses the Canon EF-M mount, so one body can swap between a wide lens for interiors and a telephoto for wildlife. The X100F has a fixed lens, which keeps it ready as a single-purpose walkaround camera. The EOS M5 is the lighter body at 427 g against 469 g, a 42 g difference, while the X100F is slimmer and shallower at 127 x 75 x 52 mm against 116 x 89 x 61 mm. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2017 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 15, 2016 | January 19, 2017 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 116 x 89 x 61 mm | 127 x 75 x 52 mm |
| Camera weight | 427 g | 469 g |
| Optics | 64/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsFor composing with your subject away from the centre, the Fujifilm X100F has the clear advantage, offering 325 autofocus points against 49 on the EOS M5. That wide coverage helps a portrait or street shot where you want focus on an off-centre face without reframing. Shooting speed favours the EOS M5 for brief action bursts, at 9 fps against 8 fps. Resolution is effectively even, 24.2 megapixels against 24 on the same APS-C CMOS sensor format, so neither offers extra cropping room. Native ISO reaches 25600 on the M5 against 12800 on the X100F, which extends to 51200 only in expanded mode. Neither offers in-body stabilisation, so dim handheld work relies on shutter speed or support. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
24.2 MP050 | 24 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
14.9 x 22.3 | 23.6 x 15.6 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
9 fps045 | 8 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF-M | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 7 | X-Processor Pro |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 20030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
256003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 512003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 3250300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoFull HD at up to 60 fps is the shared recording ceiling, so neither camera offers 4K footage or slow motion beyond that rate. Both include built-in timelapse, useful for condensing a sunset or drifting clouds into a short finished clip. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD | Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MP4 | H.264 |
| Features | 61/100 | 57/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe Canon EOS M5 is the easier camera to control at arm's length, offering a 3.2-inch touchscreen with 1,620,000 dots for tapping focus points and menus. The X100F's 3-inch screen is not touch-sensitive and resolves 1,040,000 dots, so composition still works while quick settings changes take more presses. A connectivity difference favours the X100F for easy phone transfer: it supports Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi, while the M5 offers Wi-Fi only. Their shared controls include a flip-out rear screen, a built-in flash and an external flash shoe. Neither has GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | No |
| Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
16200001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
No |  Yes |
| Storage & battery | 16/100 | 21/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Fujifilm X100F carries the higher battery rating, 390 shots against 295 for the EOS M5 under their respective test conditions. Both take a single SD, SDHC or SDXC card, with the X100F adding UHS-I support for faster cards. Neither charges over USB, so both rely on an external charger when travelling. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | LP-E17 | Lithium-Ion W126S |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
295 shots1505000 | 390 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Canon EOS M5 if your photography changes subject and framing. Its EF-M mount lets you fit a telephoto for wildlife one day and a wide lens for interiors the next, and its touchscreen speeds up focus placement when shooting from a low angle.
Choose the Fujifilm X100F if you mostly shoot people and scenes at one focal length. Its 325 AF points cover far more of the frame, its battery rating runs about a third longer, and Bluetooth keeps transfer simple. For a single-lens travel camera the X100F is the stronger pick; for a flexible kit the M5 wins.