X-T5vs OM-1 IIvs OM System TG-7
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Wildlife & Action — OM-1 II (2024): 120fps burst, 8-stop IBIS, and IP53 sealing — the most capable wildlife and action camera in the Micro Four Thirds world.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
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
OM-1 II (2024)
- You shoot wildlife, birds, or fast action and want the best MFT autofocus available
- You need strong weather sealing without the weight of a full-frame sports body
- You're in the MFT system and want a flagship-level body upgrade
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Quick take: The x-t5 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T5 (2022) | OM-1 II (2024) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,499 | £449 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Stacked BSI CMOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 20.4MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/120p Cinema4K, Apple ProRes RAW (with recorder) | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Quad-Pixel phase-detect, 1053 points, AI subject recognition (birds/animals) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (Dual IS) | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 120fps electronic (blackout-free), 15fps mechanical | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) | ~520 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 557g body only | 561g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 129.5 × 91.1 × 63.8mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.83× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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