X-T1vs OM-5
Fujifilm
X-T1 (2014)
Starting from £299 new
Best for Street, travel & documentary photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Travel & Documentary Photography — X-T1 (2014): The camera that put Fujifilm back on the map — weather sealed, a class-leading EVF, physical dials, and X-Trans colour that earned a generation of loyal fans.
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-T1 (2014)
- Photographers entering the Fujifilm X-mount system at the lowest possible price
- Street and documentary photographers who value physical controls and OVF-like experience
- Travel photographers who want a weather-sealed compact with Fujifilm colour
- Those who prefer the original X-T1 aesthetic and smaller 16MP files
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 om-5 has the highest resolution at 20mp; the x-t1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T1 (2014) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £299 | £899 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid AF (49 points) | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 440g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 129.0 × 89.8 × 46.7mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification — largest APS-C EVF at launch | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T1 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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