Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S5 II

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic S5 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and S5 II (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and S5 II (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was launched 9 years earlier than the S5 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores against the S5 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Panasonic S5 II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 features outside 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 dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic S5 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the S5 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and S5 II is 79 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and S5 II.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic S5 II will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.