We just told you that the Fujifilm X-E5 will have a film simulation dial.
Well, our sources would like to clarify one thing: the film simulation dial will not replace any of the current dials found on the X-E4.
That means you’ll still get all the classic, tactile controls we’ve come to love from the X-E line—dedicated dials for shutter speed and exposure compensation, just like on the X-E4, X-E3, and earlier models.
So don’t worry: nothing is being taken away. Fujifilm is just adding something new without removing what already works so well.
Now, I know some of you aren’t fans of the film simulation dial. I get it, it’s a controversial one.
But as I have said before (as you can read here) on the Fujifilm X-T50 for example I prefer having the film simulation dial over the drive dial. And I think the film simulation dial is perfect for the Fujifilm X-M5, too.
And to those who ask: “Why do we need a dedicated dial for film simulations?” — I’ll counter with: Why do we need a dedicated dial for shutter speed, ISO, or exposure compensation? Technically, all of that could be assigned to command dials or function buttons.
The truth is, dedicated dials aren’t a photographic necessity—they’re a design choice. Their value lies not in their function alone, but in how they shape your shooting experience. Whether a dial makes sense depends entirely on how you shoot and what kind of interaction with the camera you enjoy.
Fujifilm’s thinking seems to be: if they can offer one more direct and intuitive way to access film simulations—without removing any existing dials—why not do it?
Look, I’d have hated it if, let’s says, the shutter speed dial had been sacrificed for the new film simulation dial. But that’s not the case and I am fine with having the film simulation dial in addition to the existing classic controls.
So keep in mind: our trusted sources confirm that no classic X-E control has been removed. So you can look forward to the Fujifilm X-E5 knowing it still honors the design philosophy that makes the X-E series so beloved.
X-E5 Specs – Rumored
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