About three dozen members of the media gathered at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar Quezon City this week for an exclusive field test of Fujifilm Philippines’ latest mirrorless release, the Fujifilm X-E5.

The heritage-inspired venue, known for its restored Spanish-era architecture, provided an evocative backdrop for a camera designed to merge classic aesthetics with modern photographic power.

The X-E5 carries forward Fujifilm’s long-standing commitment to tactile design and film heritage. Its meticulously crafted aluminum top plate, anodized finish, and newly designed Film Simulation dial evoke the feel of vintage film cameras, while allowing photographers to store and access customized “film recipes” instantly.

The viewfinder and diopter adjustment are seamlessly integrated, and even the Bluetooth button nods to the rewind levers of analog days.

While its design appeals to nostalgia, the X-E5’s internals are firmly state-of-the-art. It is the first in the series to feature five-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS), paired with the high-resolution X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5.

Together, they promise sharp, low-noise images in challenging conditions, aided by deep-learning AI subject detection and 20 Film Simulation modes drawn from Fujifilm’s 90 years of color science.

For working photographers, the new Classic Display mode and Surround View function aim to keep eyes on the action, helping anticipate moments before they enter the frame.

Media participants tested these features in the courtyards, cobblestone streets, and antique interiors of Las Casas, shooting everything from architectural details to candid portraits under shifting light.

More details on the X-E5 are available at fujifilm-x.com/en-ph/products/cameras/x-e5.