X-T2vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Fujifilm
X-T2 (2016)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Street, landscape, portrait & documentary
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OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Landscape, Portrait & Documentary — X-T2 (2016): The X-T2 put Fujifilm on the map as a serious system — first X-T with 4K, dual SD, weather sealing, and fast AF that won over photographers worldwide.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
X-T2 (2016)
- Photographers wanting the Fujifilm X-T experience at a lower price than the X-T3/4/5
- Street and documentary photographers who want physical dials and weather sealing
- Landscape photographers who want dual card slots and a high-quality EVF
- Anyone entering the Fujifilm X-mount system on a budget
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The x-t2 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-t2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T2 (2016) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £699 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 507g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| 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 | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T2 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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