X-E3vs Lumix S5
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Lumix S5 (2020)
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
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.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
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
Quick take: The x-e3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-e3 is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | Lumix S5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 4K/60p 10-bit V-Log/HLG, 5.9K anamorphic, 1080p/180p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Contrast AF (DFD Technology), face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None | 6.5-stop IBIS (dual IBIS with Lumix S lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 7fps mechanical, 9fps electronic (AFS) |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 714g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 132.6 × 97.1 × 81.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.78× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), full-size HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | Lumix S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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