Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Launched August 2015
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Revealed January 2023
- Succeeded the Panasonic S5

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and S5 II (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and S5 II (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was launched 8 years earlier than the S5 II which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades versus the S5 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery & Panasonic S5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Panasonic S5 II
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | S5 II |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
S5 II | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Revealed | January 2023 | ![]() | August 2015 | More modern by 90 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Panasonic S5 II
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | S5 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical screen measurement |
Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II has proportions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and the S5 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and S5 II is 79 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and S5 II.
To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic S5 II will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Panasonic S5 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-08-03 | 2023-01-04 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 779 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Total lenses | 54 | 65 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,840k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 5952x3968 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440g (0.97 pounds) | 740g (1.63 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | DMW-BLJ31 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Retail pricing | $1,299 | $2,000 |