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X-M5 vs A6700

Quick take: The X-M5 has the highest resolution at 26MP; the X-M5 is the most affordable; only the A6700 is weather sealed.

16 specs side by side·16 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras

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Verdictwhich should you buy?

X-M5 — Vloggers, Content Creators & Fujifilm Colour Fans: Fujifilm's most affordable vlogging camera — film simulations in video, 6.2K, and a fully articulating screen at an accessible price.

A6700 — All-Round & Video: Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.

Who should buy what
X-M5 (2024)
is the right camera for you if…
  • 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
A6700 (2023)
is the right camera for you if…
  • APS-C photographers who want the best Sony autofocus in a compact body
  • Video shooters who need 4K/120p and subject tracking in a smaller package
  • A6400 or A6600 owners ready for a significant AF and video upgrade
  • Photographers who want near-A7 performance without the full-frame price
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
Specification X-M5Fujifilm · 2024A6700Sony · 2023
Price £799Best£1,329
Sensor 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 426MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS
Resolution 26.1MPBest26.0MP
Video 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/120p4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit
Autofocus Phase-detect, subject detection AF759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle)
Stabilisation Digital IS for video5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops
Burst Rate 8fps electronic11fps mechanical, 30fps electronicBest
Battery Life ~330 shots (CIPA, normal mode)~570 shots (CIPA)Best
Weight 307g (body only)Best493g (body only)
Dimensions 111.9 × 66.3 × 38.8mm122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm
Weather Sealed Not weather sealedYesBest
Viewfinder None — rear screen onlyEVF, 2.36M dots
Screen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen3.0" vari-angle touchscreen
Mount Fujifilm X-mountSony E-mount
Memory Cards Single SD UHS-I slotSingle SD UHS-II slot
Connectivity USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic jackUSB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi

Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.

How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
X-M5
A6700
Portrait
6.7/10
7.8/10
Street
7.1/10
7.7/10
Travel
6.6/10
7.3/10
Wedding & Events
5.2/10
6.8/10
Vlogging & Video
7.8/10
7.1/10
Filmmaking
6.3/10
6.6/10
Documentary
6.7/10
7.8/10
Sports & Action
5.6/10
7.5/10
Landscape
5.3/10
6.1/10
Wildlife
6.1/10
8.1/10
Casual
6.6/10
6.0/10
Food
6.8/10
7.4/10
Macro
6.3/10
7.1/10
Architecture
5.6/10
6.2/10
Astrophotography
5.3/10
6.5/10
Fun & simple
4.3/10
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Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →

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