Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II

Lets look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the S5 II (24MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and S5 II (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the S5 II which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up versus the S5 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Panasonic S5 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 II has proportions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the S5 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5 II is 83 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5 II.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.