X100Svs OM-5
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X100S (2013): The X100S was the moment the X100 series became legendary. Dramatically faster phase-detect AF, X-Trans II image quality, Fujifilm's film simulations, and the iconic hybrid viewfinder in a pocketable fixed-lens body — the blueprint every subsequent X100 has built on. A brilliant used-market buy for street and travel photographers who want the Fujifilm experience at an accessible price.
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
X100S (2013)
- Street photographers who want the Fujifilm X100 experience on a budget
- Travel photographers who love a fixed focal length
- Film photography enthusiasts who want digital film simulations
- Used-market buyers stepping into the X100 series
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 x100s is the most affordable; only the om-5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X100S (2013) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £250 | £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 | Hybrid AF with sensor-embedded phase-detect + contrast-detect | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 445g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.5 × 74.4 × 52.4mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi (via optional adapter) | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X100S | OM-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| 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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