Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X-M5
Tiny creator-focused X-mount camera with a 26MP X-Trans sensor, X-Processor 5, 6.2K video, and vlog controls.
$799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
X-M5 is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X-M5
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-M5 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5.3 fps)
- AGFX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (325 frames vs 78 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 26.1 MP)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-M5
112 × 67 × 38 mm
355 g (0.78 lb / 12.52 oz)
GFX100 II is 41mm wider, 51mm taller, and 61mm thicker than X-M5.
GFX100 II is 675 g heavier than X-M5.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 38mm X-M5
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X-M5
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 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-M5
✓ 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
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SSD via USB
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 78 frames — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
ISO min (native)
80 vs 160 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X-M5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.9, 66.6, 38
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Weight
355 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-M5 supports it
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-M5
Pros
- ✓Very small X-mount body
- ✓6.2K open-gate video
- ✓Creator microphone modes
- ✓Affordable entry into Fujifilm X
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –No IBIS
- –Single card slot
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, GFX100 II or X-M5?
GFX100 II scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-M5 — 102MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X-M5?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X-M5 is 26.1 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X-M5 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-M5 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X-M5?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X-M5 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X-M5?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X-M5 weighs 355 g, so the X-M5 is 675 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X-M5 record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X-M5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100 II and X-M5 weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X-M5: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 330 shots for the X-M5, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X-M5 at $799. The X-M5 is $6,700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.