Fujifilm Officially Introduces New X-E5 Camera With Optional 23mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens

Fujifilm has officially unveiled the X-E5 mirrorless camera, and we feel fairly confident in reporting that this will likely be another success for the company, following its recent run of popular mirrorless and point-and-shoot cameras.Set to feature a 40.2MP APS-C sensor capable of taking 14-bit RAW photos and recording 6.2K 29.97 fps video, the Fujifilm X-E5 will look quite aesthetically stylish and sleek with the same compact design as the X100VI, but will also be even more capable as an everyday content creation camera.Fujifilm has also revealed that the X-E5 is going to be available to purchase with a new XF 23mm f/2.8 R WR pancake lens, which—again—is going to remind many of the X100VI’s built-in lens. A great combo that will most likely be nearly just as popular as Fujifilm’s other recent cameras.The Fujifilm X-E5 is HereAs mentioned above, this Fujifilm X-E5 is designed to combine the versatility of interchangeable lenses with the 40.2MP APS-C sensor and the classic, compact design of the X100VI. The FUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless Camera delivers advanced image-capturing technology in an analog-inspired package. Designed for creatives who desire more tactile camera operation, the X-E5 features five-axis IBIS, AI-powered autofocus, 14-bit Raw photos, and 6.2K 29.97 fps video. Featured amongst the multitude of physical controls is a dedicated film simulation dial that allows quick and convenient navigation between FUJIFILM's preset stocks and three user-customizable settings.Photo and Video PowersUsing the 40.2MP APC-C X-Trans 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5 imaging engine from the X100VI, the new X-E5 will be able to capture vivid video up to 6.2K and striking still images in Raw, JPEG, HEIF, and TIFF formats. This upgraded image-processing system should further allow for a lower base ISO of 125, minimizing grain and improving low-light performance, and enables the integrated deep-learning AI to identify a wider range of subjects for improved autofocus. Plus, with higher resolution comes the ability to get closer to subjects by cropping, and the X-E5 provides this in the form of a teleconverter with digital zoom settings of 1.4 and 2.0x. The native 125 to 12,800 ISO is expandable, reaching a range of 64 to 51,200 in photo mode, and 64 to 25,600 in video mode. The X-E5 will also be capable of shooting high-quality 6.2K, UHD 4K, DCI 4K, and Full HD footage in multiple formats, and should honestly be quite dependable recording video as it is snapping stills. The compact hybrid's AI-powered autofocus keeps subjects sharp, while its frame rate and compression options ensure flexibility in post. Maximum frame rate of 29.97 fps in 6.2K, 59.94 fps in 4K, and 240 fps in Full HD425-point intelligent hybrid autofocus with AI-based subject detectionRecord in H.265 and H.264 formats with All-Intra or Long GOP video compressionBitrates up to 200 Mb/s at all resolutions for exceptional sharpness and color reproductionFujifilm XF 23mm f/2.8 Lens OverviewAlong with a base model, the X-E5 is also set to be available with an XF 23mm f/2.8 Lens that will feature the flexibility of a 35mm equivalent focal length in an extremely compact, lightweight build. The XF 23mm f/2.8 R WR Lens from FUJIFILM is ideal for photographers who require high optical quality without sacrificing portability. Its rounded, 11-blade iris opens to a maximum aperture of f/2.8, providing soft, silky bokeh and ensuring low-light performance. With a thickness under 1" and a weight of just 3.2 oz, the XF 23mm lens effectively maintains the form factor of any FUJIFILM X-mount camera it's attached to while assuring image quality with two aspherical elements to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations. The XF 23mm's focus can be controlled via AF or its manual focus ring, with subjects remaining sharp as close as 7.9". Ideal for on-the-go photographers and videographers, the XF 23mm lens features a weather-resistant construction and a 39mm front thread for convenient filter attachment.Price and AvailabilityThe Fujifilm X-E5 is available to preorder now with units expected to start shipping at the end of the summer. Here are the full specs and purchase options. 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR SensorX-Processor 5 Image Processor6.2K/30p, 4K/60p & FHD/240p Video7-Stop In-Body Image StabilizationConfigurable Film Simulation Dial425-Point AF, AI-Based Subject Detection2.36m-Dot 0.62x OLED EVF3.0" 1.62m-Dot 3-Axis Touchscreen LCDSD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II Card SlotWi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 ConnectivityFUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless CameraCombining the versatility of interchangeable lenses with the 40.2MP APS-C sensor and the classic, compact design of the X100VI, the FUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless Camera delivers advanced image-capturing technology in an analog-inspired package.

Jun 12, 2025 - 16:25

Fujifilm Officially Introduces New X-E5 Camera With Optional 23mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens

Fujifilm has officially unveiled the X-E5 mirrorless camera, and we feel fairly confident in reporting that this will likely be another success for the company, following its recent run of popular mirrorless and point-and-shoot cameras.

Set to feature a 40.2MP APS-C sensor capable of taking 14-bit RAW photos and recording 6.2K 29.97 fps video, the Fujifilm X-E5 will look quite aesthetically stylish and sleek with the same compact design as the X100VI, but will also be even more capable as an everyday content creation camera.

Fujifilm has also revealed that the X-E5 is going to be available to purchase with a new XF 23mm f/2.8 R WR pancake lens, which—again—is going to remind many of the X100VI’s built-in lens. A great combo that will most likely be nearly just as popular as Fujifilm’s other recent cameras.

The Fujifilm X-E5 is Here

As mentioned above, this Fujifilm X-E5 is designed to combine the versatility of interchangeable lenses with the 40.2MP APS-C sensor and the classic, compact design of the X100VI.

The FUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless Camera delivers advanced image-capturing technology in an analog-inspired package. Designed for creatives who desire more tactile camera operation, the X-E5 features five-axis IBIS, AI-powered autofocus, 14-bit Raw photos, and 6.2K 29.97 fps video.

Featured amongst the multitude of physical controls is a dedicated film simulation dial that allows quick and convenient navigation between FUJIFILM's preset stocks and three user-customizable settings.

Photo and Video Powers

Using the 40.2MP APC-C X-Trans 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5 imaging engine from the X100VI, the new X-E5 will be able to capture vivid video up to 6.2K and striking still images in Raw, JPEG, HEIF, and TIFF formats.

This upgraded image-processing system should further allow for a lower base ISO of 125, minimizing grain and improving low-light performance, and enables the integrated deep-learning AI to identify a wider range of subjects for improved autofocus.

Plus, with higher resolution comes the ability to get closer to subjects by cropping, and the X-E5 provides this in the form of a teleconverter with digital zoom settings of 1.4 and 2.0x. The native 125 to 12,800 ISO is expandable, reaching a range of 64 to 51,200 in photo mode, and 64 to 25,600 in video mode.

The X-E5 will also be capable of shooting high-quality 6.2K, UHD 4K, DCI 4K, and Full HD footage in multiple formats, and should honestly be quite dependable recording video as it is snapping stills. The compact hybrid's AI-powered autofocus keeps subjects sharp, while its frame rate and compression options ensure flexibility in post.

Maximum frame rate of 29.97 fps in 6.2K, 59.94 fps in 4K, and 240 fps in Full HD
425-point intelligent hybrid autofocus with AI-based subject detection
Record in H.265 and H.264 formats with All-Intra or Long GOP video compression
Bitrates up to 200 Mb/s at all resolutions for exceptional sharpness and color reproduction

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2.8 Lens Overview

Along with a base model, the X-E5 is also set to be available with an XF 23mm f/2.8 Lens that will feature the flexibility of a 35mm equivalent focal length in an extremely compact, lightweight build. The XF 23mm f/2.8 R WR Lens from FUJIFILM is ideal for photographers who require high optical quality without sacrificing portability. Its rounded, 11-blade iris opens to a maximum aperture of f/2.8, providing soft, silky bokeh and ensuring low-light performance.

With a thickness under 1" and a weight of just 3.2 oz, the XF 23mm lens effectively maintains the form factor of any FUJIFILM X-mount camera it's attached to while assuring image quality with two aspherical elements to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations.

The XF 23mm's focus can be controlled via AF or its manual focus ring, with subjects remaining sharp as close as 7.9". Ideal for on-the-go photographers and videographers, the XF 23mm lens features a weather-resistant construction and a 39mm front thread for convenient filter attachment.

Price and Availability

The Fujifilm X-E5 is available to preorder now with units expected to start shipping at the end of the summer. Here are the full specs and purchase options.

40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR Sensor
X-Processor 5 Image Processor
6.2K/30p, 4K/60p & FHD/240p Video
7-Stop In-Body Image Stabilization
Configurable Film Simulation Dial
425-Point AF, AI-Based Subject Detection
2.36m-Dot 0.62x OLED EVF
3.0" 1.62m-Dot 3-Axis Touchscreen LCD
SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II Card Slot
Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 Connectivity

FUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless Camera

Combining the versatility of interchangeable lenses with the 40.2MP APS-C sensor and the classic, compact design of the X100VI, the FUJIFILM X-E5 Mirrorless Camera delivers advanced image-capturing technology in an analog-inspired package.