Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T10
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.0" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 714g - 133 x 97 x 82mm
- Introduced August 2020
- Newer Model is Panasonic S5 II

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was introduced 4 years prior to the S5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades vs the S5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic S5
Fujifilm X-T20 | S5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 over the Fujifilm X-T20
S5 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Introduced | August 2020 | ![]() | January 2017 | Fresher by 43 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+920k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic S5
Fujifilm X-T20 | S5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3.0" | Same screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 has exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has specifications of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the S5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5 is 83 and 60 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF harder. The older Fujifilm X-T20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-01-18 | 2020-08-14 |
Physical type | 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 | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Available lenses | 54 | 31 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3.0" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data 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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 lbs) | 714 gr (1.57 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 133 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 350 photos | 440 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Retail pricing | $900 | $1,999 |