Fujifilm X-M5
Gareth Bevan discovers the ideal camera for content creators and casual shooters
Price:
£799/$799
Website:
fujifilm.com/uk
When the Fujifilm X-T50 turned out to not quite be the X-T30 II replacement many were expecting, some speculated that Fujifilm might be turning its attention away from the entry-level camera market to more premium models.
However, just a few short months later, Fuji has shown up not just with a new affordable entry-level model, but one that defies the entry-level label. The Fujifilm X-M5 is the sequel to the original X-M1 released in 2013, but with a naming jump to reflect Fujifilm’s current fifth generation of camera bodies. A compact rangefinder-style body, although without the viewfinder to qualify it as such, the X-M5 is a pocket-sized camera compatible with Fujifilm’s range of XF lenses.
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With the market for content creation cameras exploding, the X-M5 is directly aimed at vloggers and video makers with a combination of ease-of-use video modes, rotatable screen, updated microphones and powerful video specs. The headline spec is 6.2K open-gate video, which for many content creators will be a huge deal that sets the X-M5 a step above similar models from the likes of Sony and Nikon. Although with Fujifilm’s beloved film simulations and recipes, improved autofocus and a solid 26.1MP sensor, stills photographers might find plenty to like about the X-M5 too.