Looking for a new compact camera but aren’t sure which one to go for? Our guide comparing two Fujifilm titans has you covered. Looking for a new compact camera but aren’t sure which one to go for? Our guide comparing two Fujifilm titans has you covered.
Looking for a new compact camera but aren’t sure which one to go for? Our guide comparing two Fujifilm options has you covered.
While the Fujifilm X-E5 earned a 4.5-star rating, and was hailed as a “highly capable mid-ranger”, the Fujifilm X100VI scored five-stars and took the top spot on our best cameras list.
With this in mind, we’ve compared our experiences with both cameras below to help you decide which one you should invest in.
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The Fujifilm X-E5 is significantly more expensive than its X-E4 predecessor, with an RRP of £1299/$1699, suggesting the camera is less marketed towards beginners. However, it’s worth noting that this is without a lens, so the total investment will vary depending on your lens choice.
Comparatively, the Fujifilm X100VI is a pricier option, with an RRP of £1599/$1599.Design
While the X-E4 felt slightly cheap in handy, the Fujifilm X-E5 has a more solid feeling, thanks to its aluminum top plate. Having said that, it still retains the same slim, rangefinder-inspired form factor and, at just 535g, is impressively lightweight too.
However, its compact body does mean handling isn’t quite as comfortable as we found there’s limited space to wrap your fingers around the body. Not only that, but using large, heavy telephoto lenses will likely make the camera feel imbalanced and harder to use too.
Although the X100VI also sports a lightweight, aluminum design, the camera is slightly lighter at just 521g which helps the camera feel comfortable and secure in hand.
