Fujifilm X-E5
Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 40.2 MP · APS-C · 6.2K video
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What We Like
+Premium machined aluminum top-plate with refined design for superior build quality and ergonomics
+Powerful 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor with excellent low-light performance and native ISO 125
+Five-axis in-body image stabilization rated at 7.0 stops for handheld shooting in challenging light
+Innovative dedicated film simulation dial with three customizable recipe slots for instant creative control without menu diving
+Interchangeable X-Mount lens system with over 40 compatible optics providing creative flexibility
+AI-powered autofocus with subject detection for people, animals, vehicles, and various other subjects
Worth Knowing
−No weather sealing, limiting durability in wet or dusty conditions compared to higher-end models
−Battery life is modest at 310-400 shots per charge, requiring extra batteries for full-day shooting
−Modest performance when shooting extended video due to thermal limitations
−2.36M-dot OLED EVF is the same as the previous X-E4 despite significant price increase
General | |
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About This CameraThe Fujifilm X-E5 represents a significant repositioning of the X-E series from its budget-oriented predecessor to a more premium mid-range offering. It delivers the same analog controls and a film-camera-inspired user experience as the X100VI but gives you the option to switch lenses. The X-E5 is the first X-E series camera to incorporate five-axis in-body image stabilization rated at up to 7.0 stops of compensation, with DPReview testing finding approximately 6.5 stops of real-world benefit. With rangefinder styling that remains a photography-focused tool, it has earned a Silver award from DPReview. | |
| Brand | Fujifilm |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Jun 2025 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2025 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless |
Sensor | |
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 5 HR |
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. | APS-C (23.5mm x 15.7mm) |
Image processing | |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 |
| RAW Format | 14-bit RAF |
| Still Image Formats | JPEG, HEIF 4:2:2 10-bit, TIFF 8-bit/16-bit, RAW 14-bit |
Recording media | |
| Card type | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II |
| Max capacity | 2TB |
Autofocus | |
| Type | AI-powered subject detection AF |
| Points | 425-point |
| Detection | People, animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, trains, insects, drones |
Viewfinder | |
| Type | 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder |
| Magnification | 0.62x |
Display | |
| Type | 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen LCD |
| Articulation | 3-way tilt |
Shutter | |
| Electronic | 1/180,000 to 1/2000 seconds |
| Mechanical | 1/4000 to 1 second |
Image stabilization | |
| Type | 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) |
| Center compensation | 7.0 stops |
| Periphery compensation | 6.0 stops |
ISO | |
| Native ISO | 125-12,800 |
| Extended ISO photo | 64-51,200 |
| Extended ISO video | 64-25,600 |
Continuous shooting | |
| Electronic Shutter | Up to 20 fps with 1.29x crop |
| Mechanical Shutter | Up to 8.9 fps |
Video | |
| Max resolution | 6.2K at 29.97 fps |
| Video formats | 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, 4K, DCI 4K, Full HD up to 240 fps |
| Color depth | 10-bit |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. | 6.2K |
Film simulation | |
| Presets | 20 film simulation modes |
| Custom slots | 3 customizable recipe positions on dial |
| Dial | Dedicated physical dial with circular window |
Design | |
| Style | Rangefinder-style |
| Top plate | Precision-machined aluminum (single block) |
| Body dimensions | 124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm |
| Body weight | 445 grams (with battery and SD card) |
Connectivity | |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Wired | USB Type-C (charging and data transfer), micro-HDMI, 3.5mm microphone input |
Controls | |
| Shutter speed dial | Yes |
| Exposure compensation dial | Yes |
| Film simulation dial | Yes |
| Front control lever | Yes (Surround View access) |
Processor | |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 |
Shooting | |
| Continuous shooting | 20 fps (with crop) |
| Shutter mechanical | 1/4000 sec |
| Shutter electronic | 1/180,000 sec |
Image formats | |
| Still formats | RAW (14-bit), JPEG, HEIF (4:2:2 10-bit), TIFF (8-bit and 16-bit) |
| Max still resolution | 7728 x 5152 (3:2) |
Screen | |
| Type | 3.0-inch 3-way tilting touchscreen LCD |
Battery | |
| Battery type | NP-W126S |
| Rated shots | 310 shots (normal mode), 400 shots (economy mode) |
Optics | |
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. | 40.2 MP050 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |  APS-C |
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 |
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. | Fujifilm X |
Features | |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |  Yes |