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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X

Portability
83
Imaging
67
Features
82
Overall
73
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X front
Portability
59
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Announced January 2017
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T10
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-T30
Panasonic S5 II X
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
  • Announced January 2023
  • Previous Model is Panasonic S5
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Panasonic S5 II X, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the S5 II X (24MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and S5 II X (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was launched 7 years prior to the S5 II X which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up vs the S5 II X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Panasonic S5 II X

 Fujifilm X-T20 S5 II X 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Fujifilm X-T20

 S5 II X Fujifilm X-T20 
AnnouncedJanuary 2023January 2017Newer by 72 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1840k920kSharper screen (+920k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic S5 II X

 Fujifilm X-T20 S5 II X 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen size3"3.00"Same screen size
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 has physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 II X has specifications of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Panasonic S5 II X in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the S5 II X.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5 II X is 83 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T20 and S5 II X.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 features the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Portrait photography information
Panasonic S5 II X Portrait photography information
80
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW files
86
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detect focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Street photography information
Panasonic S5 II X Street photography information
78
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
provides focus by touch
does not have image stabilization
77
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment sealing
great high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T20
Sports photography with Panasonic S5 II X
75
silent mode (1/32,000s)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
83
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
terrible battery (370 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Travel photography factors
Panasonic S5 II X Travel photography factors
76
provides focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
72
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
decent megapixels (24MP)
selfie friendly screen
terrible battery (370 shots)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T20
Landscape photography with Panasonic S5 II X
78
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
82
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
2 card slots
terrible battery (370 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Vlogging advice
Panasonic S5 II X Vlogging advice
36
touchscreen functionality
includes face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
79
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focus
video res high (5952 x 3968 pxls)
includes microphone support
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Panasonic S5 II X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Panasonic S5 II X
 Fujifilm X-T20Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm X-T20 Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2017-01-18 2023-01-04
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 measurements 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
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 325 779
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Leica L
Available lenses 54 65
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dots 1,840k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 3,680k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes 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
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383g (0.84 lbs) 740g (1.63 lbs)
Physical dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 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 350 photos 370 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S DMW-BLJ31
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card
Card slots 1 Dual
Launch cost $900 $2,199