Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X
Portability
76 Imaging
65 Features
79 Overall
70
76 Imaging
65 Features
79 Overall
70
Portability
59 Imaging
77 Features
93 Overall
83
59 Imaging
77 Features
93 Overall
83
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X Key Specs
Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Introduced July 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T1
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T3
Panasonic S5 II X
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Older Model is Panasonic S5
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Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic S5 II X, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and S5 II X (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.
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Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up against the S5 II X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Panasonic S5 II X
| Fujifilm X-T2 | S5 II X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3.2" |  | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Fujifilm X-T2
| S5 II X | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2023 |  | July 2016 | Fresher by 79 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1840k |  | 1040k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic S5 II X
| Fujifilm X-T2 | S5 II X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with external dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 II X has dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-T2 and Panasonic S5 II X in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the S5 II X.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and S5 II X is 76 and 59 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and S5 II X.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T2 includes the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh harder. The older Fujifilm X-T2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic S5 II X Portrait photography advice
manual focus
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detection focus
exports RAW files
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
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screen tilts up and down
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
lack of image stabilization
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
has focus by touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
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max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
weather proofing
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery power (340 shots)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
has phase detect AF
not so great battery power (370 per charge)
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Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography details
Panasonic S5 II X Travel photography details
weather proofing
decent MP (24 megapixels)
terrible battery power (340 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
environment proofing
has bluetooth
has focus by touch
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
not so great battery power (370 per charge)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic S5 II X Landscape photography factors
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no low pass filter
exports RAW files
weather proofing
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery power (340 CIPA)
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
good ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
not so great battery power (370 per charge)
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has face detection focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (5952 x 3968 pixels)
has mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Panasonic S5 II X Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2016-07-07 | 2023-01-04 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 779 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
| Available lenses | 54 | 65 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,840k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| 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 | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | 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 | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3968 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 507g (1.12 pounds) | 740g (1.63 pounds) |
| 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 shots | 370 shots |
| 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 |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Launch cost | $1,600 | $2,199 |