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
OM System
PEN
First OM SYSTEM-branded PEN: compact rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds body with 20.4MP Live MOS, 5-axis IBIS, built-in EVF, IPX1 sealing, and in-camera computational modes.
$1,000
Launch priceReleased Sep 2026
PEN is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
X-M5
Wins
PEN
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BPEN has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AX-M5 has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 121)
- AX-M5 has higher RAW buffer depth (78 frames vs 29 frames)
- BPEN has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AX-M5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-M5
112 × 67 × 38 mm
355 g (0.78 lb / 12.52 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
PEN
126 × 75 × 43 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
X-M5 is 14mm narrower, 8mm shorter, and 5mm thinner than PEN.
X-M5 is 38 g lighter than PEN.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm X-M5 · 43mm PEN
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-M5
112 × 67 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PEN
126 × 75 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-M5
112 × 38 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
PEN
126 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-M5
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
PEN
17.4 × 13 mm · Compact / large-type
226 mm² area
1.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-M5
Fujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
PEN
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
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
X-M5
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 111.9, 66.6, 38
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
425 vs 121 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
78 frames vs 29 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X-M5 supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Reasons to choose
PEN
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Dog, Cat
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 125.8, 74.5, 43.3
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Codecs
Adds MOV, MPEG-4 AVC
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only PEN supports it
Weather sealing
Only PEN supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
PEN
Pros
- ✓393g rangefinder body with built-in 2.36M-dot EVF
- ✓First PEN with IPX1 dust/splash sealing
- ✓5-axis IBIS up to 5.5 stops + 121-point cross-type AF
- ✓Hi-Res, Live ND, Focus Stacking, HDR via CP button
- ✓4K / C4K video, vertical video, 3.5mm mic jack
Cons
- –Micro Four Thirds sensor vs APS-C/FF rivals
- –4K capped at 30p (C4K 24p only)
- –IPX1 is lighter sealing than OM-5 II / OM-3
- –Single SD slot, no headphone jack
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 wildlife, X-M5 or PEN?
X-M5 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for PEN — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-M5 and PEN?
X-M5 is 26.1 MP and PEN is 20.4 MP, so the X-M5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-M5 and PEN have in-body image stabilization?
X-M5 does not have IBIS, while PEN has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-M5 or the PEN?
X-M5 reaches 30 fps electronic. PEN reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-M5 and PEN?
X-M5 weighs 355 g and PEN weighs 393 g, so the X-M5 is 38 g lighter.
Do the X-M5 and PEN record 4K video?
X-M5: 4K up to 60p. PEN: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X-M5 and PEN weather sealed?
X-M5: No. PEN: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the X-M5 and 410 shots for the PEN, giving the PEN the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-M5 launched at $799 and PEN at $1,000. The X-M5 is $201 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and OM System press materials.