Fujifilm X-Pro3vs Lumix S5 IIvs Sigma fp
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
From £1599
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
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Sigma
Sigma fp (2019)
From £1499
Best for Creative filmmakers & experimental photographers
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Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- You shoot street or documentary photography and value a minimal shooting workflow
- You want a rangefinder experience with modern digital image quality
- You love Fujifilm film simulations and prioritise stills over video
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- You want a capable full-frame hybrid with strong video credentials and reliable autofocus
- You're considering switching from Sony or Canon and want something genuinely different
- You shoot weddings, events, or documentary and need dependable full-frame performance
Sigma fp (2019)
- You're a filmmaker building a cinema rig where the smallest full-frame body is essential
- You want L-mount compatibility to pair with Sigma Art or Leica SL lenses
- You prioritise video and cinema colour over stills ergonomics and functionality
Quick take: The fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the sigma fp is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-pro3, lumix s5 ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £1,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 740g body only | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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