Fujifilm X100VI vs X-M5: full comparison
The X100VI leads on more headline specs, but the X-M5 counters on a lighter 355g body.
Also searched as X100VI vs XM5, and in the other order as XM5 vs X100VI.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X100VI and Fujifilm X-M5 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X100 and the X-M. Both launched in 2024. At launch the X100VI was 1,599 USD and the X-M5 799 USD, making the X-M5 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X100VI is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 40.2 MP of resolution, 11 fps continuous shooting, and 6-stop in-body stabilization, with a few smaller wins on top of that.
The X-M5 isn't far behind. It hits back with a lighter 355g body.
So which one? If you want 40.2 MP of resolution, get the X100VI. If a lighter 355g body is closer to what you actually need, the X-M5 is the smarter buy. And the X-M5 costs less — 799 USD at launch.
Where the X100VI wins
- +40.2 MP of resolution
- +11 fps continuous shooting
- +6-stop in-body stabilization
- +a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder
- +450-shot battery life
Where the X-M5 wins
- +a lighter 355g body
Who should buy the X100VI or X-M5?
Buy the X100VI if…
Pick the X100VI if 40.2 MP of resolution, 11 fps continuous shooting matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X100 handling. Read the full X100VI review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-M5 if…
Pick the X-M5 if a lighter 355g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 799 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-M handling. Read the full X-M5 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X100VI vs X-M5: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X100VI review and X-M5 review.
X100VI vs X-M5: full specs
| Spec |  X100VI2024 · $1,599 |  X-M52024 · $799 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Launch price | 1,599 USD | 799 USD |
| Status | Current | Current |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 40.2 MP | 26.1 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans V | X-Trans IV |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | X-Processor 5 |
| ISO range | 125–12800 | 160–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 425 | 425 |
| Subject detection | ai | ai |
| Burst (fps) | 11 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 6K 30p | 6K 30p |
| Codec | H.265, H.264 | H.265, H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log2 | F-Log2 |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | 6 stops | None |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF (3.69M dot) | None |
| LCD | 3" tilt touch | 3" flip touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 521g | 355g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 450 shots | 330 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 8 | 9 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X100VI review and the Fujifilm X-M5 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.
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