The Curse of the X‑E Line: Can the Fujifilm X‑E5 Break the Spell?

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Fujifilm X-E – The Cursed Line

There was a time, when Fujifilm was only offering rangefinder X series cameras.

Well, that’s if you don’t consider this camera here, which I guess we’ll never know why Fujifilm called it an X series camera.

But anyway, rangefinder was Fujifilm’s quiet re-entry in the mid-higher end digital camera market (their previous attempt was this one).

And silently, on tiptoes, Fujifilm carved out its very small niche of truly passionate photographers.

The X-E1 is Born

The Fujifilm X-E1 was definitely one of the best expressions of this understated approach into the mirrorless camera market: no thunders, no specs brags, just beauty and joy encapsulated in a wonderful camera body.

But the Fujifilm X-E1 would become the last X-E camera with a relatively quiet and tranquil life.

Because Fujifilm’s priorities started to shift, their ambitions to grow, and the X-E line started to be on the edge of survival.

X-E2 – The Struggles Begin

Let’s begin our tale of struggles with the Fujifilm X-E2, which btw I owned and destroyed when I had to jump into the Mekong river to avoid getting smashed by the Li Phi waterfalls.

Fujifilm had the brilliant idea to launch the Fujifilm X-E2 just 3 months before they announced the Fujifilm X-T1, which came in the more popular SLR styled package and offered superior specs like weather sealing, UHS-II card slot and the largest EVF on any mirrorless camera.

The X-T1 was Fujifilm’s statement to the photography world: we want to go more mainstream now! And as a consequence it stole the show (and sales) to the X-E2.

The Fujifilm X-E2 was followed by the Fujifilm X-E2S, which is basically an X-E2 with an auto button. So we can ignore that one.

The X-E3 Problem

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SPECS COMPARISON: Fujifilm X-E5 vs X-T5, X-T50, X100VI, X-E4, X-M5 and X-S20

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The full specs and product details for the Fujifilm X-E5 have leaked earlier today.

The specs are 100% accurate and if somebody ever said anything different compared to these specs (like different LCD or EVF specs), then they fooled you with fake rumors, which is sadly what they always do to make some traffic and money out of your good faith and valuable time.

Here on FujiRumors we don’t take these cheap shortcuts. We just have too much respect for our readers. We want to deserve your trust over and over again.

Anyway, make sure to check out this article to read every single detail about the Fujifilm X-E5.

For your convenience, I decided to extrapolate the most relevant specs and compare them to the Fujifilm X-T5, Fujifilm X-T50 and Fujifilm X100VI in one specs sheet, and with the X-E4, X-S20 and X-M5 (non-40MP models) in another specs sheet.

Remember: the price you see is in USD. And you know all to well what’s going on in the US these days.

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LEAKED: Fujifilm X-E5 Full Specs and Price

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Here is the pricing for the Fujifilm X-E5:

  • Fujifilm X-E5 Body: $1699
  • Fujifilm X-E5 with XF23mmF2.8: $1,899

Main Specs

  • Classic Style, Ultimate Flexibility
  • Iconic X100VI looks, with the flexibility of interchangeable lenses
  • Refined Rangefinder-Style Design
  • Beautifully machined aluminum top-plate with offset viewfinder
  • Dial in Your Own Look
  • Customizable Film Simulation dial lets you access your own recipes
  • Create With Confidence
  • Up to seven stops of in-body image stabilization
  • Cutting Edge Quality
  • 40.2-megapixel sensor with digital teleconverter option
  • Fully Featured Viewfinder
  • Electronic viewfinder with multiple viewing modes

Highlights

  • Get the stunning looks of the iconic FUJIFILM X100VI with the added creative flexibility of interchangeable lenses. A similar size and weight to the popular fixed lens X100VI, FUJIFILM X-E5 delivers the same analog controls and a film-camera-inspired user experience but gives you the option to switch lenses to suit your creative needs. X-E5 is compatible with over 40 X Mount optics and accessories, including the all-new XF23mmF2.8 R WR, so the perfect image is always within reach.
  • With its offset viewfinder, FUJIFILM X-E5 echoes the timeless style of rangefinder film cameras and features a stunning machined aluminum top-plate. Aesthetically beautiful, the top-plate exudes quality and durability thanks to its premium look and feel as well as delivering a precise, angular design. Perfect for those who favor more traditional camera operation, X-E5 offers analog controls for quick, easy access to core functions, while additional features such as the Bluetooth connectivity button – placed on the base like a film rewind button – enhance the camera’s nostalgic feel.
  • A first for X Series cameras, FUJIFILM X-E5 features a customizable Film Simulation dial. Neatly placed under the aluminum top-plate with a circular window providing an easy view of the active mode, the dial provides fast access to Fujifilm’s unique Film Simulation modes that deliver stunning results straight out of camera. Additionally, the dial has three customizable settings, which give users the option to create and save their own recipes for instant recall in the field.
  • Sometimes the best images are made when lighting is low and, thanks to the in-body image stabilization (IBIS) on FUJIFILM X-E5, you’ll be able to tackle these situations in complete confidence. Providing up to seven stops of benefit at the center of the frame and six stops at the edges, the IBIS system features a new algorithm and upgraded gyro sensor to deliver an improved performance that helps keep crucial images free from camera shake.
  • Image quality is assured with FUJIFILM X-E5 thanks to the latest 40.2-megapixel X-Trans 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5 imaging engine. This combination brings additional functionality, including a lower base ISO of 125 and deep learning AI-powered subject detection AF across a broader range of subjects. The higher resolution also unlocks a two-step digital teleconverter feature, which crops into the sensor to provide a 1.4x or 2x zoom, giving further in camera flexibility.
  • Thanks to its detailed electronic viewfinder, FUJIFILM X-E5 lets you see every detail when viewing images. As well as providing an accurate preview of the scene, it also provides some additional functions that deliver an experience similar to an optical viewfinder. These include three Surround View modes which allow the selection of a black, semi-transparent or line outline showing the image’s aspect ratio and what is outside of it to better anticipate subjects moving into frame, plus a Simple View option, which emulates the viewfinder from an analog film SLR.

Specs

Camera Width (mm) 124.9
Camera Height (mm) 72.9
Camera Depth (mm) 39.1
Camera Minimum Depth (mm) 33
Camera Width (in) 4.92
Camera Height (in) 2.87
Camera Depth (in) 1.54
Camera Minimum Depth (in) 1.3
Camera Body Weight Approx. 445g including battery and memory card, Approx. 396g excluding battery and SD memory card
FPS Eligible No
Family Type Hardware
Warranty Duration 365
Number of Effective Pixels 40.2 million pixels
Image Sensor 23.5mm x 15.6mm (APS-C) X-Trans CMOS 5 HR with primary color filter
Sensor Cleaning System Ultra Sonic Vibration
Storage Media SD Card (-2GB) / SDHC Card (-32GB) / SDXC Card (-2TB) / UHS-I / UHS-II / Video Speed Class V90 *Please visit https://fujifilm-x.com/support/compatibility/cameras/ to check memory card compatibility.
Still Image File Format – DCF Compliant with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF2.0)
Still Image File Format – JPEG Exif Ver.2.32 Exif 2.32 is a digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing
Still Image File Format – TIFF 8bit / 16bit RGB (In-camera Raw Conversion Only)
Number of Recorded Pixels – [L] [4:3] 6864 x 5152 [3:2] 7728 x 5152 [16:9] 7728 x 4344 [5:4] 6432 x 5152 [1:1] 5152 x 5152
Number of Recorded Pixels – [M] [4:3] 4864 x 3648 [3:2] 5472 x 3648 [16:9] 5472 x 3080 [5:4] 4560 x 3648 [1:1] 3648 x 3648
Number of Recorded Pixels – [S] [4:3] 3456 2592 [3:2] 3888 x 2592 [16:9] 3888 x 2184 [5:4] 3264 x 2592 [1:1] 2592 x 2592
Number of Recorded Pixels – Vertical Panorama [L] 2160 x 9600
Number of Recorded Pixels – Horizontal Panorama [M] 6400 x 1440
Digital Tele-Converter 2.0x, 1.4x, OFF
Lens Mount FUJIFILM X Mount
Sensitivity Standard Output STILL: AUTO1/ AUTO2/ AUTO3/ ISO125～12800 (1/3 step) MOVIE: AUTO/ ISO125～12800 (1/3 step)
Sensitivity Extended Output [STILL:} ISO64/ ISO80/I SO100/ ISO25600/ ISO51200 [MOVIE:] ISO25600
Exposure Control TTL 256-zone metering/ Multi/ Spot/Average/ Center Weighted
Exposure Mode P (Program AE)/ A (Aperture Priority AE)/ S (Shutter Speed Priority AE)/ M (Manual Exposure)
Exposure Compensation [STILL:] -5.0EV～+5.0EV (1/3EV step)/ [MOVIE:] -2.0EV～+2.0EV (1/3EV step)
Image Stabilizer Mechanism Image sensor shift mechanism with 5-axis compensation
Image Stabilizer Compensation Effect Center 7.0 stops and Periphery 6.0 stops (based on CIPA standard). Pitch/ Yaw/ Roll compensation, with XF35mmF1.4 R lens attached.
Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilization Yes, movie mode only
Image Stabilizer IS MODE BOOST Yes, movie mode only
Shutter Type Focal Plane Shutter
Synchronized Shutter Speed for Flash Mechanical Shutter: 1/180sec. or slower
Continuous Shooting Electronic Shutter Approx. 20fps (1.29x Crop) (JPEG: 168 frames, Compressed RAW: 66, Lossless Compressed RAW 32, Uncompressed RAW: 17 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 21 frames, Lossless Compressed RAW + JPEG: 20 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 17 frames) Electronic Shutter Approx. 13fps (1.29x Crop) (JPEG: 1000+ frames ,Compressed RAW: 94, Lossless Compressed RAW: 25, Uncompressed RAW: 21 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 48, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 31, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 19) Electronic Shutter Approx. 10fps (1.29x Crop) (JPEG: 1000+ frames ,Compressed RAW: 536, Lossless Compressed RAW 21, Uncompressed RAW: 18 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 24 frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 24 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 19 frames) Electronic Shutter Approx. 13fps (JPEG: 163 frames, Compressed RAW: 46, Lossless Compressed RAW 43, Uncompressed RAW: 23 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 61 frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 37 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 21 frames) Electronic Shutter Approx. 8.9fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames, Compressed RAW: 68, Lossless Compressed RAW 28, Uncompressed RAW: 21 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG:36 frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 23 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 21 frames) Mechanical Shutter Approx. 8fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames, Compressed RAW: 79, Lossless Compressed RAW 22, Uncompressed RAW: 20 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 30 frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 21 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 20 frames) Mechanical Shutter Approx. 5.0fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames, Compressed RAW: 1000+ frames, Lossless Compressed RAW 56 frames, Uncompressed RAW: 24 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 81 frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 27 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 21 frames) Mechanical Shutter Approx. 4.0fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames, Compressed RAW: 1000+ frames, Lossless Compressed RAW 1000+ frames, Uncompressed RAW: 29 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 1000+ frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 34 frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 26 frames) Mechanical Shutter Approx. 3.0fps (JPEG: 1000+ frames, Compressed RAW: 1000+ frames, Lossless Compressed RAW 1000+ frames, Uncompressed RAW: 60 frames, Compressed RAW + JPEG: 1000+ frames, Lossless compressed RAW + JPEG: 1000+ frames, Uncompressed RAW + JPEG: 34 frames) Recordable frames depends on recording media Speed of continuous shooting depends on shooting environment and shooting frames”
AE Bracketing AE Bracketing (Frames: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9 Step: by 1/3EV step, up to ±3EV steps) Film Simulation bracketing (Any 3 types of film simulation selectable) Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%) ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV) White Balance Bracketing (±1, ±2, ±3) Focus Bracketing (AUTO, MANUAL) Multiple Exposure Yes (Max. 9 frames)- Additive, Average, Bright, Dark HDR Mode (AUTO, 200%, 400%, 800%, 800%+) Advanced filter Toy camera, Miniature, Pop color, High-key, Low-key, Dynamic tone, Soft focus, Partial color (Red / Orange / Yellow / Green / Blue / Purple)
Focus Mode Single AF/ Continuous AF/ MF
Focus Type Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
Focus Low-light Performance Contrast: -4.0EV Phase Detection: -7.0EV *XF50mmF1.0 attached
AF Frame Selection Single point AF: 13×9/ 25×17 (Changeable size of AF frame) Zone AF: 3×3/ 5×5/ 7×7 from 117 areas on 13×9 grid Wide/Tracking AF AF-S: Wide/ AF-C: Tracking All
White Balance Auto (WHITE PRIORITY, AUTO, AMBIENCE PRIORITY)/ Custom1 – 3/ Color temperature selection (2500K～10000K)/ Preset Daylight, Shade, Fluorescent Light-1, Fluorescent Light-2, Fluorescent Light-3, Incandescent Light, Underwater
Self-timer 10sec./2sec.
Interval Timer Shooting Yes (Setting : Interval, Number of shots, Starting time, Interval timer shooting exposure smoothing)
Flash EF-X8 Guide Number approx. 11 (ISO200・m) / approx. 8 (ISO100・m)
Flash Sync Mode EF-X8: 1st Curtain/ 2nd Curtain Shoe Mount Flash: 1st Curtain/ 2nd Curtain AUTO FP (HSS) Synchronized terminal: N/A
Flash Mode TTL (TTL AUTO / STANDARD / SLOW SYNC. ) / MANUAL / MULTI * When EF-X500 is set/ OFF Synchronized terminal MANUAL
Hot Shoe Yes (Dedicated TTL Flash compatible)
Viewfinder EVF 0.39 inch approx. 2.36 million dots OLED Color Viewfinder Coverage of viewing area vs. capturing area: approx. 100% Eyepoint: approx. 17.5mm (from the Rear End of the camera’s Eyepiece) Diopter adjustment: -4~+2m-1 Magnification: 0.62× with 50mm lens (35mm equivalent) at infinity and Diopter set to -1.0m-1 Diagonal angle of view: approx. 31° (Horizontal angle of view: approx. 26° ) Built-in eye sensor”
LCD Monitor 3.0 inch Tilt-Type (Three Direction) Touch Screen Color LCD Monitor Aspect Ratio 3:2 Resolution: Approx. 1.04 million dots
Touch Screen Shooting Mode Shooting, AF, Focus Area, OFF, Double Tap Setting (ON/OFF), Touch Function Setting (ON/OFF), EVF Touch Screen Area Setting
Touch Screen Playback Mode Swipe, Pinch-in / Pinch-out, Double-tap, Drag
File format (Movie) MOV: HEVC/ H.265, Linear PCM / Stereo sound (24bit / 48KHz sampling) |MPEG-4, AVC/ H.264, Linear PCM / Stereo sound (24bit / 48KHz sampling) MP4: MPEG-4, AVC/ H.264, AAC
Movie Compression All Intra/Long-GOP
File Size / Frame Rate / Recording Time 6.2K [16:9] – 6240×3150 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps/ 25Mbps/ 8Mbps DCI 4K [17:9] – 4096×2160 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps/ 25Mbps/ 8Mbps 4K [16:9] – 3840×2160 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps/ 25Mbps/ 8Mbps Full HD [17:9] -2048×1080 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps/ 25Mbps/ 8Mbps Full HD [16:9] – 1920×1080 59.94p/ 50p/ 29.97p/ 25p/ 24p/ 23.98p 200Mbps/ 100Mbps/ 50Mbps/ 25Mbps/ 8Mbps Full HD High speed rec. [17:9] – 2048×1080 240p/200p/ 120p/ 100p 200Mbps(recording) For recording movies, use a SD memory card with UHS Speed Class 3 or higher. For recording movies in 360Mbps, use a SD memory card with Video Speed Class 60 or higher. Selectable bitrate will be changed depends on the setting. Recording length can shorten depending on the temperature and/or shooting conditions
Film Simulation Mode 20 modes (PROVIA/Standard, Velvia/Vivid, ASTIA/Soft, Classic Chrome, REALA ACE, PRO Neg.Hi, PRO Neg.Std, Classic Neg., Nostalgic Neg., ETERNA Cinema, ETERNA BLEACH BYPASS, ACROS, ACROS + Ye Filter, ACROS + R Filter ACROS + G Filter, Black & White, Black & White + Ye Filter, Black & White + R Filter, Black & White + G Filter, Sepia)
Clarity setting ±5 steps
Monochromatic Color Yes
HDR Mode AUTO, 200%, 400%, 800%, 800%+
Grain Effect Roughness STRONG, WEAK, OFF, Size LARGE, SMALL
Color Chrome Effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Color chrome Blue STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Smooth Skin Effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF
Dynamic Range Setting DR100%: No limit、DR200%: ISO250 or more、DR400%: ISO500 or more
Dynamic Range Setting (Movie) DR100%: No limit、DR200%: ISO250 or more、DR400%: ISO500 or more
Advanced Filter Toy camera Miniature Pop color High-key Low-key Dynamic tone Soft focus Partial color (Red / Orange / Yellow / Green / Blue / Purple)
Wireless Transmitter Standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac (standard wireless protocol)
Wireless Transmitter Encryption WEP/WPA/WPA2 mixed mode
Wireless Transmitter Access Mode Infrastructure
Bluetooth® Standard Bluetooth Ver. 4.2 (Bluetooth low energy)
Bluetooth® Operating frequency 2402〜2480MHz
Terminal – Digital Interface USB Type-C (USB3.2 Gen2x1)
Terminal – HDMI Output HDMI connector (Type D)
Terminal – Others ø3.5mm, stereo mini connector (Microphone), Hot shoe
Power Supply NP-126S Li-ion battery (included)
Battery Life for Still Images Economy Mode Approx. 400 frames, Normal Mode Approx. 310 frames *When XF35mmF1.4 R is set
Actual Battery Life for Movie Capture 6.2K Approx. 45min. (29.97p) 4K Approx. 45min. (59.94p) Full HD Approx. 45min. (59.94p)
Continuance Battery Life for Movie Capture 6.2K Approx. 70min. (29.97p) 4K Approx. 70min. (59.94p) Full HD Approx. 80min. (59.94p)
Operating Temperature 0°C-40°C/ 32°F-104°F
Operating Humidity 10% – 80% (no condensation)
Start Up Period Approx. 0.5sec.
Camera Item Includes Li-ion battery NP-W126S Headphone Adapter Shoulder strap Clip attaching tool Body cap
Weather Resistant No
Image Processing Engine X-Processor 5
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Digital Fujifilm XPan in 2028? Fujifilm’s Latest Lens Patent Points to the Fujifilm TX-3 Panoramic Camera

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A while ago, we shared that Fujifilm was considering launching a digital successor to the legendary XPan/TX series in 2028.

For now, let’s just call it the Fujifilm TX-3 — the spiritual digital follow-up to the Fujifilm TX-2 panoramic film camera.

Back in 2024, when we first reported on this, we clearly said it was just something Fujifilm was considering. If they decide to move forward, the plan would be to launch it in time for the 30th anniversary of the original Fujifilm TX-1 — a true 65×24 format panoramic camera introduced in 1998.

The last update I received dates back to September 2024, and it hinted at the possible sensor details. Since then… silence.

Until now.

Today, we may have a new clue to add to the Fujifilm TX-3 puzzle.

We just reported on a Fujifilm lens patent. And in this patent FR-reader Mistral spotted something interesting — something that might relate to the upcoming digital TX/XPan camera.

In fact, looking at all the examples included in the patent, Mistral noticed that they might be actually indicating lenses for a panoramic camera.

  • very large angle of view: 90° to 110°, except for the last of the 21 examples, which is an outlier (35mm f/1,6 with a back focus of 21mm, designed for a 24×36 sensor)
  • too short back focus for an interchangeable lens: 9mm to 13mm
  • odd image circle diameter: 50mm, too big for a 24×36 sensor, too small for a 33×44 sensor but suited to the 24:65 crop of a 33×44 sensor.

Looking at the patent, we’d get something like a 21mm f/2.8. If you want to know the in-depth calculations and observations, make sure to check out Mistral’s post at the French forum chassimages here.

So will we really get a digital Fujifilm XPan in 2028?

Well, that would be a dream come true for many of us. And personally, I hope the rumor becomes reality.

And if anyone can pull this off, then it’s Fujifilm, because it’s a company that thinks differently.

A company with such a massive photographic culture that it understands that cultivating a niche means cultivating the true passion for photography.

If anyone can bring back the spirit of the XPan for a new digital age, it’s Fujifilm. And I truly hope they do.

But what about you? Happy about it or do you consider it a waste of resources?

Fujifilm TX-3 Rumors

 

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Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 vs Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 Size Comparison

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Here is a quick and approximate size comparison between the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 MKII, the upcoming Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 DC ART and the old Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8.

It seems that in terms of size the new Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 DC ART will sit somewhere in between the two Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 lenses.

As a reference: the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II weights 410 gram whereas the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 weights ⁠535 gram.

If the optical quality is very good (and we will find it out on June 17), then the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 could be a game-changing lens for some fellow Fujifilm APS-C shooters.

Remember: we shared images and full specs of the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 here.

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