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
Launch priceReleased Jun 2025
Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
X-E5 is 5.3 years newer.
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Wins
X-E5
Wins
X100V
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-E5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-E5 has higher RAW buffer depth (66 frames vs 17 frames)
- AX-E5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX100V has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AX-E5 has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-E5
125 × 73 × 39 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
X-E5 is 3mm narrower, 2mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than X100V.
X-E5 is 33 g lighter than X100V.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm X-E5 · 53mm X100V
Sensor size, to scale
X-E5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-E5
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100V: mount data unavailable
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
X-E5
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.9, 72.9, 39.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
RAW buffer depth
66 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only X-E5 supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weather sealing
Only X100V supports it
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
350 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.66 × vs 0.62 × — 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
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 200 Mbps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
X100V
Pros
- ✓Classic design
- ✓Leaf shutter
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Proven street camera
Cons
- –Superseded by X100VI
- –Fixed lens
- –No IBIS
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X-E5
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for vlogging, X-E5 or X100V?
X-E5 scores 7.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for X100V — 445g — easy to handhold for selfie video.
What's the resolution difference between the X-E5 and X100V?
X-E5 is 40.2 MP and X100V is 26.1 MP, so the X-E5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-E5 and X100V have in-body image stabilization?
X-E5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100V does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-E5 or the X100V?
X-E5 reaches 20 fps electronic. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-E5 and X100V?
X-E5 weighs 445 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X-E5 is 33 g lighter.
Do the X-E5 and X100V record 4K video?
X-E5: 4K up to 60p. X100V: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X-E5 and X100V weather sealed?
X-E5: No. X100V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X-E5 and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the X100V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-E5 launched at $1,699 and X100V at $1,399. The X100V is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.