X-T50vs OM-5
Fujifilm
X-T50 (2024)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Enthusiast photographers who prioritise style and resolution
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Enthusiast Photographers Who Prioritise Style And Resolution — X-T50 (2024): The most stylish 40MP camera available — a Film Simulation dial, a compact body, and flagship sensor quality.
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-T50 (2024)
- Fujifilm fans who want the latest 40MP sensor in the most stylish body
- Photographers who value the Film Simulation dial for quick creative control
- Travel and street shooters who want a compact, eye-catching camera
- X-T30 II or X-S20 owners looking for a meaningful resolution upgrade
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 x-t50 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the om-5 is the most affordable; only the om-5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T50 (2024) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £899 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection AF | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 438g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 123.8 × 84 × 48.8mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 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-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T50 | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Outdoor & Adventure | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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