Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Released Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-E5
Compact rangefinder-style X-mount body with 40MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR, 7-stop IBIS, and 6.2K video.
$1,699
Released Jun 2025
X-E5 is 1.8 years newer.
Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-E5
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TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (325 frames vs 66 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher EVF resolution (9,440,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX-E5 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 5.3 fps)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 40.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
X-E5
125 × 73 × 39 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
GFX100 II is 28mm wider, 45mm taller, and 59mm thicker than X-E5.
GFX100 II is 585 g heavier than X-E5.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 39mm X-E5
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-E5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
GFX100 II: mount data unavailable
X-E5
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
GFX100 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 66 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,440,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SSD via USB
Resolution
102 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Weather sealing
Only GFX100 II supports it
Reasons to choose
X-E5
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -5.5 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 72.9, 39.1
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Weight
445 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-E5 supports it
Card types
Adds SDXC V90
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100 II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format
- ✓Stunning detail
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Slow operation feel
X-E5
Pros
- ✓40MP compact X body
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓6.2K video
- ✓Classic rangefinder-style design
Cons
- –Small grip
- –Single card slot
- –Premium compact body
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X-E5?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for X-E5 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-E5?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-E5 is 40.2 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-E5 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-E5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-E5?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-E5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-E5?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-E5 weighs 445 g, so the X-E5 is 585 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-E5 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-E5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100 II and X-E5 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-E5: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 310 shots for the X-E5, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-E5 at $1,699. The X-E5 is $5,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.