Fujifilm X-Pro3vs Lumix S5 II
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
Starting from £1599 new
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
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Lumix
Lumix S5 II (2023)
Starting from £1999 new
Best for Hybrid video & photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- Rangefinder-style photographers who want a hidden LCD for a film-like experience
- Street photographers who want the most immersive optical/hybrid viewfinder
- Fujifilm enthusiasts who value the X-Pro's unique shooting philosophy
- X-Pro2 owners upgrading to weather sealing and the X-Trans IV sensor
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- Hybrid photographers who want phase-detect AF for the first time on a Lumix S body
- Video creators who want 6K and reliable subject tracking in a full-frame body
- S5 owners upgrading to the most significant Lumix full-frame update in years
- L-mount photographers who want the best value full-frame Lumix available
Quick take: The fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the fujifilm x-pro3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | Lumix S5 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 740g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Lumix S5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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