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Fujifilm X-E5 vs X-E4
Short answer
The Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-E4 share the same sensor format (APS-C) and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-E5 leads on sensor — 40.2 MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR, in-body stabilisation — Yes · 7 EV, and film simulations — 20. The Fujifilm X-E4 leads on launch price — $850, battery life — 380 shots, and weight — 364 g.
Fujifilm X-E5: 4 specs ahead
What changed from the X-E4 to the X-E5
- 40.2 MP instead of 26.1 MP
- X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor (was X-Trans CMOS 4)
- X-Processor 5 (was X-Processor 4)
- in-body stabilization (up to 7 stops), which the X-E4 lacked
- 2 new film simulations (REALA ACE and Nostalgic Neg.)
- 81 g heavier (445 g)
- 310 shots per charge instead of 380
- launch price $849 higher ($1,699)
Size side by side
- Fujifilm X-E5 is 3.6 mm wider
- Fujifilm X-E5 is 6.4 mm deeper
Side by side
| Fujifilm X-E5 | Fujifilm X-E4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2025 | 2021 |
| Launch price | $1,699 | $850 |
| Sensor | 40.2 MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 |
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | X-Processor 4 |
| In-body stabilisation | Yes · 7 EV | No |
| Film simulations | 20 | 18 |
| Viewfinder | 2.36M-dot OLED corner viewfinder, 0.62× magnification | 2.36M-dot OLED corner viewfinder, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen, 1.84M dots | 3.0-inch 180° tilting touchscreen, 1.62M dots |
| Video | 6.2K/30p (1.23× crop), 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 | 4K/30p, 1080/240p |
| Burst | 20 fps electronic (1.29× crop), 8 fps mechanical | 30 fps electronic (crop), 8 fps mechanical |
| ISO range | ISO 125–12800 (64–51200 extended) | ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) |
| Battery life | 310 shots | 380 shots |
| Weight | 445 g | 364 g |
| Dimensions | 124.9 × 72.9 × 39.1 mm | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7 mm |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Card slots | 1× SD UHS-II | 1× SD UHS-I |
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
The Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-E4 share the same sensor format (APS-C), lens mount (Fujifilm X).
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Which is newer, the X-E5 or the X-E4?
The X-E5, from 2025. The X-E4 came out in 2021.
Which one is lighter?
The X-E4, by 81 g (364 g against 445 g).
Which one has in-body stabilization?
Only the X-E5. The X-E4 relies on the lens instead.
Which one has more film simulations?
The X-E5, with 20 against 18.
Which one lasts longer on a charge?
The X-E4, rated at 380 shots against 310.
How far apart were the launch prices?
$849. The X-E5 launched at $1,699 and the X-E4 at $850.
Which is better, the X-E5 or the X-E4?
On measurable specs the X-E5 leads, 4 wins against 3. That is a spec count, not a field test.
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