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Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only — full-frame DSLR · 2016
Canon

Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only

full-frame DSLR · 2016

85
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only wins by 6
Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only — APS-C · 2022
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

APS-C · 2022

91
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only lands at 85 and Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only at 91. That puts Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only leads on photo (91 vs 85).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only leads on autofocus (89 vs 81).

Value for money

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only more score per dollar ($1,699 vs $3,499).

Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only 85
vs
91 Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Score breakdown

Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only
85
photo 85
video 77
autofocus 81
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only
91
photo 91
video 87
autofocus 89
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only versus Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only
Format
full-frame DSLR
APS-C
Release year
2016
2022

Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only vs Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only

Which is better, Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only worth the price? +

At $3,499, Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,699, Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only 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 photo, Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only — leads on photo (91 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon 5D Mark IV · Body only or Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only? +

Fujifilm X-T5 · Body only — leads on autofocus (89 vs 81). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.