Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S5

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Panasonic S5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was announced 3 years before the S5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores versus the S5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T100 comes with outside measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has sizing of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 and the S5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T100 and S5 is 80 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T100 and S5.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same MP but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T100 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The older Fujifilm X-T100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.