X-E4vs Lumix S5 IIvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
From £699
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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Which should you buy?
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- You want a capable full-frame hybrid with strong video credentials and reliable autofocus
- You're considering switching from Sony or Canon and want something genuinely different
- You shoot weddings, events, or documentary and need dependable full-frame performance
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- You want a lightweight, sealed camera for travel and outdoor photography
- You're new to Micro Four Thirds and want a capable mid-range body with excellent stabilisation
- Note: consider the newer OM-5 for updated specs in a similar compact form factor
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-e4 is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii, olympus om-d e-m5 iii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,999 | £699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 740g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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