Description
Fujifilm X-M5: what you need to know
The X-M5 is a small APS-C mirrorless camera with a 26.1MP X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor and the X-Processor 5. At about 355g, Fujifilm calls it the lightest X Series model, and it is the first with three built-in microphones.
Who it suits
Everyday carry and people who make social or vlog videos. It has no viewfinder and no in-body stabilisation, so it is less suited to eye-level shooting.
Key facts
- 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor
- X-Processor 5
- 6.2K video up to 29.97p; 4K up to 59.94p; Full HD up to 240fps
- 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, no viewfinder
- Three built-in microphones, plus 3.5mm mic and headphone jacks
- Film Simulation dial that works for photos and video
- About 355g with battery and card
Buying it in the UK
UK retailers list the X-M5 body from £759 (checked 23 October 2026). Our price is £669.95.
Our price includes UK import duty and VAT, so there is nothing more to pay when it arrives. Your estimated delivery dates are shown near the top of this page.
The Fujifilm X-M5 is built for hybrid creators, bringing professional-grade, fifth-generation imaging components into a smaller form factor that fits in a pocket. It is marketed as an ideal, accessible entry point into the X-mount ecosystem for those moving up from smartphones.
Imaging Performance: Despite its small size, it produces high-quality 26.1MP images with minimal noise, even in low light, thanks to the BSI-CMOS 4 sensor.
Video-Centric Features: It supports 6.2K/30P 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, allowing for extensive re-framing in post-production. It also offers “Vlog Mode,” which allows for intuitive touch-screen controls, such as Product Priority mode for product reviews and a background defocus mode.
Audio Enhancement: It is the first in the X Series to feature three built-in microphones, allowing for selectable, high-quality audio pickup (Surround, Front, Back, or Front & Back).
Physical Design: The top plate features traditional, symmetrical dials, including a dedicated Film Simulation dial, but notably omits an electronic viewfinder (EVF), relying entirely on the rear LCD screen. It lacks in-body image stabilization (IBIS), instead using advanced digital stabilization for video.
Accessories & Battery: Uses the NP-W126S battery, rated for approximately 440 frames. It supports an optional FAN-001 cooling fan for extended recording in high temperatures.
Specifications:
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| Lens Mount | FUJIFILM X |
| Effective Sensor Resolution | 26.1 Megapixel (6240 x 4160) |
| Image Sensor | 23.5 x 15.6 mm (APS-C) CMOS |
| Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent) | Crop Factor: 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | Digital (Video Only) |
| Built-In ND Filter | No |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Electronic Shutter 1/32000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode 1/32000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/32000 to 900 Seconds in Shutter Priority Mode 1/32000 to 30 Seconds in Program Mode Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/4000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode 1/4000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/4000 to 900 Seconds in Shutter Priority Mode 1/4000 to 30 Seconds in Program Mode Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 900 Seconds in Manual Mode 1/4000 to 30 Seconds in Aperture Priority Mode 1/4000 to 900 Seconds in Shutter Priority Mode 1/4000 to 30 Seconds in Program Mode |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode (Up to 60 Minutes) |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity | Photo Native: 160 to 12,800 (80 to 51,200 Extended) Video Native: 125 to 12,800 (125 to 25,600 Extended) |
| Metering Method | Average, Center-Weighted Average, Multi, Spot, TTL 256-Zones |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| White Balance | 2500 to 10,000K Presets: Auto, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Underwater |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 20 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 23 Frames (Raw) / 127 Frames (JPEG) |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/3/5/10-Second Delay |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Image File Format | HEIF, JPEG, Raw, TIFF |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Internal Recording | AVC-LongG/H.264 Long GOP/H.265 Long GOP 6240 x 4160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps (8 to 200 Mb/s) 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (8 to 200 Mb/s) 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps (8 to 200 Mb/s) 2048 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps (8 to 200 Mb/s) 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/200/240 fps (8 to 200 Mb/s) |
| Video Output | 4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI 1920 x 1080 at 100/120 fps Raw 12-Bit via HDMI 6240 x 4160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Yes |
| Gamma Curve | FUJIFILM F-Log, FUJIFILM F-Log2 |
| Recording Limit | 50-Minute Maximum in 4K 45-Minute Maximum in 1080p HFR |
| IP Streaming | No |
| Built-In Microphone | Stereo |
| Audio Recording | 24-Bit 48 kHz LPCM Audio AAC Audio |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Internal Storage | No |
| Video I/O | 1x Micro-HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O | 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
| Power I/O | No |
| Other I/O | 1x USB-C Data Input |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) / Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes: Android & iOS App Name: FUJIFILM XApp Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, View Live Feed |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | GPS *Via Connected Smartphone |
| Display Type | Articulating 3″ Touchscreen LCD |
| Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Direct Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 425 |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -7 to +7 EV |
| Built-In Flash/Light | No |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/180 Second |
| Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Battery | 1x NP-W126S Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Included) |
| Shoe Mount | 1x Hot Shoe |
| Tripod Mount | 1x 1/4″-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Operating Conditions | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 10 to 80% Humidity |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 4.4 x 2.6 x 1.5″ / 111.9 x 66.6 x 38 mm |
| Weight | 12.5 oz / 355 g (Body Only) |
Package Includes:
1 x FUJIFILM X-M5 Mirrorless Camera (Black)
1 x FUJIFILM NP-W126S Li-Ion Battery Pack
1 x Shoulder Strap
1 x Body Cap
1 x Cooling Fan Connector Cover
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