Fujifilm X-T2 vs Canon EOS M5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS M5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS M5 is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2016.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 2016 |
Canon EOS M5 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS M5 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS M5 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-T2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M5 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M5 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS M5 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T2. Canon EOS M5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T2 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 200-12800 |
Canon EOS M5 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M5 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M5
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M5 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 14 |
Canon EOS M5 | 9 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS M5 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Fujifilm X-T2 weighs 507 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 19% heavier than Canon EOS M5 and its 427 gr (or 0.94 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T2 | 507 gr 1.12 lb |
Canon EOS M5 | 427 gr 0.94 lb |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Canon EOS M5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS M5, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T2 | Canon EOS M5 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2016-07-07 | 2016-09-15 |
MSRP | 1599 USD | 979 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
No (5-axis for video only) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 325 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1620000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.62x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Frames per second | 14 fps | 9 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with Bluetooth and NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (Wired, wireless, or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS M5 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 shots | 295 shots |
Width | 133 mm | 116 mm |
Height | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Depth | 49 mm | 61 mm |
Weight | 507 gram | 427 gram |