Fujifilm
GFX100S II
Compact 102MP GFX medium format body with X-Processor 5, 8-stop IBIS, and updated subject detection.
$4,999
Released May 2024
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 1.1 years newer.
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GFX100S II
Wins
X-E5
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-E5 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4.1 fps)
- AGFX100S II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AGFX100S II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 40.2 MP)
- AGFX100S II has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX-E5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100S II
150 × 104 × 87 mm
883 g (1.95 lb / 31.15 oz)
X-E5
125 × 73 × 39 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
GFX100S II is 25mm wider, 31mm taller, and 48mm thicker than X-E5.
GFX100S II is 438 g heavier than X-E5.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm GFX100S II · 39mm X-E5
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100S 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
GFX100S 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
GFX100S II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 104.2, 87.2
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 40.2 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only GFX100S II supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only GFX100S II supports it
Reasons to choose
X-E5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 72.9, 39.1
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4.1 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-E5 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weight
445 g vs 883 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 7 fps — higher is better
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
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100S II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format sensor
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓X-Processor 5
- ✓Compact for GFX
Cons
- –Large files
- –Premium price
- –Medium format AF not for sports
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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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, GFX100S II or X-E5?
X-E5 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX100S II — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100S II and X-E5?
GFX100S II is 102 MP and X-E5 is 40.2 MP, so the GFX100S II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100S II and X-E5 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100S II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while x-E5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100S II or the X-E5?
GFX100S II reaches 7 fps mechanical. X-E5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100S II and X-E5?
GFX100S II weighs 883 g and X-E5 weighs 445 g, so the X-E5 is 438 g lighter.
Do the GFX100S II and X-E5 record 4K video?
GFX100S II: 4K up to 30p. X-E5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100S II and X-E5 weather sealed?
GFX100S II: Yes. X-E5: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 530 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100S II and 310 shots for the X-E5, giving the GFX100S II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100S II launched at $4,999 and X-E5 at $1,699. The X-E5 is $3,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.