Fujifilm X-Pro3vs OM-5
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
Starting from £1599 new
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
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
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- Rangefinder-style photographers who want a hidden LCD for a film-like experience
- Street photographers who want the most immersive optical/hybrid viewfinder
- Fujifilm enthusiasts who value the X-Pro's unique shooting philosophy
- X-Pro2 owners upgrading to weather sealing and the X-Trans IV sensor
OM-5 (2022)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need a compact, weather-sealed body
- Travellers who want MFT's compact size with pro-level weather protection
- E-M5 III owners upgrading to OM System's improved subject detection
- Photographers who want strong IBIS and rugged build without OM-1 pricing
Quick take: The fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the om-5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £899 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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