X-S20vs Lumix S5 IIvs Z30
Which should you buy?
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.
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.
Travel & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
Who should buy what
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 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
Z30 (2022)
- You create video content and want reliable Nikon colour science in a compact body
- You don't need a viewfinder and prioritise the vari-angle flip screen
- You're starting out with interchangeable lenses for content creation on a budget
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z30 is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Z30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £1,999 | £479 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 740g body only | 405g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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