Fujifilm X-E5 image leak tips welcome ergonomics redesign for upcoming compact APS-C camera
As the expected June 12 launch of the Fujifilm X-E5 approaches, new leaks for the upcoming compact APS-C camera seem to be accelerating. The latest leak, courtesy of Fuji Rumors, shows off supposed marketing images of the X-E5 and reveals some handy new design and control features for the compact mirrorless camera.
Fujifilm X-E5 image leak signals ergonomic redesign
Fujifilm's X-E4 was heavily criticised by the brand's fans for going a little too far into the realm of minimalism, since it offered very little in the way of tactile controls, especially compared to Fujifilm's other cameras. The leaked images of the upcoming X-E5, though, suggest that Fujifilm has taken a lot of that community feedback to heart when it comes to the overall design and ergonomics. The most obvious change previewed by the leaked images is the more prominent grip on the front of the camera. Compared to the completely flat X-E4, this should make for a less slippery camera that will work better with heavier and longer lenses — likely a welcome change for photography enthusiasts who enjoy converted antique lenses.
The other obvious hardware control changes include an MCS switch for quick focus mode changes, a viewfinder selector, which seems identical to the one on the X100VI (curr. $2,399.95 on Amazon with a kit bundle), and what appears to be a viewfinder diopter adjustment dial on the left side of the camera. As with the X-E4, there is also a customisable dial on the front of the camera, just above the grip.
Along with the previously leaked film simulation dial that will seemingly accompany the existing exposure compensation and shutter speed dials, these new image leaks indicate that the Fujifilm X-E5 is stacking up to be a rather versatile little APS-C alternative to the X100VI.
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