X-T30 IIvs Lumix S5 IIvs Nikon D7500
Which should you buy?
Street & Portrait Photography — X-T30 II (2021): Flagship sensor at a mid-range price — the rare camera that makes you want to go out and shoot.
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.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Who should buy what
X-T30 II (2021)
- You want excellent Fujifilm image quality in a smaller, lighter body
- You shoot primarily stills and don't need IBIS or complex video features
- You want to stretch your budget without compromising on image quality
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
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
Quick take: The x-t30 ii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 ii is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii, nikon d7500 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 II (2021) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Nikon D7500 (2017) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £1,999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 8fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 740g body only | 640g body only |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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