Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 40MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 6240 x 4160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 557g - 130 x 91 x 64mm
- Announced November 2022
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Announced October 2019
- Older Model is Olympus E-M5 II
- New Model is OM System OM-5

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-T5 versus Olympus E-M5 III, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and E-M5 III (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T5 (APS-C) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-T5 was unveiled 3 years later than the E-M5 III and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T5 grades vs the E-M5 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T5 and Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T5 Gallery and Olympus E-M5 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T5 over the Olympus E-M5 III
Fujifilm X-T5 | E-M5 III | |||
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Announced | November 2022 | ![]() | October 2019 | Fresher by 38 months |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 III over the Fujifilm X-T5
E-M5 III | Fujifilm X-T5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Olympus E-M5 III
Fujifilm X-T5 | E-M5 III | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T5 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 III has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") and a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T5 versus Olympus E-M5 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 and the E-M5 III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T5 and E-M5 III is 70 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T5 and E-M5 III.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T5 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-T5 will provide extra detail having an extra 20MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T5 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2022-11-02 | 2019-10-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 40 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 7728 x 5152 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 64 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 82 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,840k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/180000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 6240 x 4160 @ 30p /4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 6240x4160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 557g (1.23 lb) | 414g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 91 x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 580 photos | 310 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W235 | BLN-1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,699 | $1,199 |