DJI Action 5 Provs X-S20vs Lumix GH6
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DJI Action 5 Pro (2024)
From £349
Best for Adventure, outdoor sports & action
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Which should you buy?
Adventure, Outdoor Sports & Action — DJI Action 5 Pro (2024): DJI's best action camera — 4K/120p from a large 1/1.3" sensor, 20m waterproofing without a housing, and the best EIS stabilisation in any action camera.
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Who should buy what
DJI Action 5 Pro (2024)
- You shoot adventure sports, cycling, skiing, surfing, or travel
- You want the best stabilisation and video quality in a wearable action cam
- You need long battery life for extended outdoor use without recharging
X-S20 (2023)
- You primarily create video content and want a capable but compact Fujifilm
- You're a vlogger, travel creator, or documentary shooter
- You want Fujifilm film simulations with strong, reliable video specs
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
Quick take: The dji action 5 pro has the highest resolution at 50mp; the dji action 5 pro is the most affordable; only the dji action 5 pro, lumix gh6 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | DJI Action 5 Pro (2024) | X-S20 (2023) | Lumix GH6 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £849 | £1,199 |
| Sensor | 1/1.3" CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 26.1MP | 25.2MP |
| Video | 4K/120p, 4K/60p HDR, 1080p/240p | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Subject tracking AF | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | RockSteady 3.0 EIS + HorizonSteady | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 7.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 14fps |
| Battery Life | 160 mins video | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 145g | 491g body only | 739g body only |
| Dimensions | 70.5 × 44.2 × 32.8mm | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 2.5" front + 1.4" rear touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 12mm-equiv f/2.8 ultra-wide lens | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single microSD | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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