OM System OM-1 · Body only
Micro Four Thirds · 2022
Fujifilm X-T5
40.2 MP APS-C · X-Processor 5 · 7-stop IBIS
Fujifilm X-T5 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, OM System OM-1 · Body only lands at 85 and Fujifilm X-T5 at 91. That puts Fujifilm X-T5 ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick OM System OM-1 · Body only if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Fujifilm X-T5 if…
- ✓40.2 MP APS-C with 7-stop IBIS
- ✓20 film simulations out-of-camera
- ✓Tactile SLR-style dials
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testErgonomics
Fujifilm X-T5Compared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X-T5 leads on ergonomics (94 vs 86).
Photo
Fujifilm X-T5Compared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X-T5 leads on photo (94 vs 85).
Autofocus
TieCompared on the autofocus sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Fujifilm X-T5Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X-T5 more score per dollar ($1,699 vs $2,199).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | OM System OM-1 · Body only | Fujifilm X-T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Micro Four Thirds | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Sensor | — | 40.2 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C |
| Mount | — | Fujifilm X |
| Burst | — | 20 fps electronic / 15 fps mechanical |
| Video | — | 6.2K 30p, 4K 60p (1.23× crop) |
| AF | — | 425-point hybrid phase + contrast |
| ISO | — | 125–12800 (ext. 64–51200) |
| Stabilization | — | 7-stop IBIS |
| Weight | — | 557 g |
OM System OM-1 · Body only
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Fujifilm X-T5
- +40.2 MP APS-C with 7-stop IBIS
- +20 film simulations out-of-camera
- +Tactile SLR-style dials
- −Video less polished than X-H2S
- −AF still trails Sony for sports
- −40 MP demands good glass
FAQ: OM System OM-1 · Body only vs Fujifilm X-T5
Which is better, OM System OM-1 · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5? +
Fujifilm X-T5 scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is OM System OM-1 · Body only worth the price? +
At $2,199, OM System OM-1 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Fujifilm X-T5 worth the price? +
At $1,699, Fujifilm X-T5 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.
Does OM System OM-1 · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for ergonomics, OM System OM-1 · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5? +
Fujifilm X-T5 — leads on ergonomics (94 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.
Which is better for photo, OM System OM-1 · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5? +
Fujifilm X-T5 — leads on photo (94 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.