X-T5vs Lumix GH6vs OM-5
Which should you buy?
Portraits & Landscape — X-T5 (2022): Fujifilm's finest stills camera — 40MP, 7-stop IBIS, and the most distinctive colour rendering available.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
Who should buy what
X-T5 (2022)
- You're a photographer first and video is secondary or completely irrelevant
- You want the highest resolution Fujifilm's APS-C system can deliver
- You value a compact, tactile camera with physical dials and classic controls
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
OM-5 (2022)
- You need weather sealing and in-body stabilisation in a compact, lightweight body
- You hike, travel, or shoot outdoors and want serious protection without the weight penalty
- You're in the MFT ecosystem and want a step up in capability from entry-level bodies
Quick take: The x-t5 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T5 (2022) | Lumix GH6 (2022) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,199 | £899 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 25.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 7.5-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 14fps | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 557g body only | 739g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.5 × 91.1 × 63.8mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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