X-S20vs Lumix S5vs A7C II
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.
Professional Video & Hybrid Shooting — Lumix S5 (2020): The S5 is an outstanding video camera that also takes excellent stills. 10-bit 4K/60p, dual native ISO and 6.5-stop IBIS in a weather-sealed body is a compelling package. The contrast-detect AF is its main weakness vs Sony and Canon — but for controlled shooting it doesn't hold it back.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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 (2020)
- Videographers who need 10-bit colour science in a full-frame body
- Photographers who shoot video as a second discipline
- Studio photographers who want full-frame IBIS at a lower price
- L-mount system users building a versatile kit
A7C II (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality in the most compact body possible
- You travel constantly and need a serious camera that doesn't weigh down your bag
- You're a portrait or lifestyle photographer who shoots on the move
- You create content for social media or YouTube and want full-frame quality in a vlog-friendly form
Quick take: The a7c ii has the highest resolution at 33mp; the x-s20 is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Lumix S5 (2020) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £1,699 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/60p 10-bit V-Log/HLG, 5.9K anamorphic, 1080p/180p slow-motion | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Contrast AF (DFD Technology), face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 6.5-stop IBIS (dual IBIS with Lumix S lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 7fps mechanical, 9fps electronic (AFS) | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 714g (body, battery, card) | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 132.6 × 97.1 × 81.9mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.78× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), full-size HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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