Interview
class as the X Series’ most powerful cameras. “I use the X-T5 day in, day out because having the latest sensor and processor is so important for my professional work. A lot of my travel photos get licensed out, and the demands in terms of resolution are increasing. It’s nice something like the X-E5 is a viable option for that work now – having 40 megapixels in such a tiny body is phenomenal. I think it will open up a lot of opportunities for people who think the likes of the X-T5 or FUJIFILM X-H2 are a bit too big. “I think having this processor and sensor in this kind of body is a street photographer’s dream. I love a rangefinder-style body as well, so from a looks perspective, the X-E5 is my favourite camera that Fujifilm has ever released.” Combining retro styling and tactile handling with playful features like the Classic Display mode, Luke notes that one of the X-E5’s best assets is simply how fun it makes photography.
even though the overall footprint with the XF16-55mmF2.8 II isn’t that different to the X-T5. But even that 10% reduction disarms people so much more. It doesn’t feel like you’re a stranger putting a big camera in someone’s face. “Another photo I’m really pleased with is one of a tree with a spinning effect (above). That was such an off- the-cuff thing. I’d seen a couple of images like that – low-shutter-speed drag shots – and just wanted to try it myself. It took dozens of attempts to get it right and get the centre point sharp, but now it’s one of my favourite photos of the year, let alone from the trip. It kind of transports me when I look at it, even though it could have been taken anywhere in the world.” Enjoying the Experience While a departure from his usual everyday camera, Luke notes the combination of the X-E5’s sensor and processor put it in the same
FUJIFILM X-E5 ● Sensor: 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR ● Processor: X-Processor 5 ● IBIS: Up to 7.0 stops ● Shutter speed: 1/180,000 sec to 60 mins ● Film Simulations: 20 ● Dimensions: 124.9x72.9x39.1mm ● Weight: 445g (including card and battery) “I would really love that EVF feature on my X-T5. I hope Fujifilm brings it to all its future cameras!” he enthuses. “It leans into a fun crank-the-nostalgia- to-11 feeling. That might be Fujifilm’s greatest strength, embracing the fun side of photography. The cameras are really capable, but what makes them stand out is how enjoyable they are to use.”
The silhouette of a guard in Tokyo (far left) proved serendipitous, and was one of Luke’s favourite images from Japan
FUJIFILM Focus Magazine 29
May/June 2026
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