Fujifilm X-T2 vs Fujifilm X-T5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Fujifilm X-T5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-T5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores versus the Fujifilm X-T5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T5. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 offers exterior measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T5 has measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Fujifilm X-T5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the Fujifilm X-T5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T5 is 76 and 70 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T5.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-T5 to give more detail due to its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.