Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Announced July 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the S5 II (24MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and S5 II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T2 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the S5 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores vs the S5 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T2 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic S5 II
Fujifilm X-T2 | S5 II | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II over the Fujifilm X-T2
S5 II | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2023 | ![]() | July 2016 | More modern by 79 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+800k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic S5 II
Fujifilm X-T2 | S5 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 II has sizing of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 compared to the S5 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T2 and S5 II is 76 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and S5 II.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T2 offers the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh trickier. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-07-07 | 2023-01-04 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 779 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 65 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3968 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 507 grams (1.12 lbs) | 740 grams (1.63 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 370 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | DMW-BLJ31 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail pricing | $1,600 | $2,000 |