X-M5vs Z5
Fujifilm
X-M5 (2024)
Starting from £799 new
Best for Vloggers, content creators & Fujifilm colour fans
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Vloggers, Content Creators & Fujifilm Colour Fans — X-M5 (2024): Fujifilm's most affordable vlogging camera — film simulations in video, 6.2K, and a fully articulating screen at an accessible price.
Entry-Level Full-Frame & Dslr Switchers — Z5 (2020): The most affordable route into full-frame Z — dual card slots, IBIS, and a capable sensor at an accessible price.
Who should buy what
X-M5 (2024)
- Content creators who want Fujifilm film simulations in their video work
- Vloggers stepping up from a smartphone who want interchangeable lenses
- Fujifilm fans who prioritise video over stills
- Beginners wanting the most affordable entry into the X-mount system
Z5 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to full-frame mirrorless for the first time
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame image quality on a tighter budget
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who don't need fast burst or 4K
- Z5 II shoppers on a budget — the original Z5 is now excellent value used
Quick take: The x-m5 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-m5 is the most affordable; only the z5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-M5 (2024) | Z5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £799 | £999 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection AF | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS for video | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps electronic | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 355g (with battery and card) | 590g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 111.9 × 66.3 × 38.8mm | 134 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-M5 | Z5 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Sports | — |
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