Fujifilm X-T5 vs Olympus E-M5 III

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.