X-S10vs X-T5
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Dslr Switchers, Travel & Vlogging — X-S10 (2020): The X-S10 brought IBIS and a fully articulating screen to Fujifilm's mid-range — a compelling DSLR replacement at a price that made Fujifilm accessible to a new audience.
Portraits & Landscape — X-T5 (2022): Fujifilm's finest stills camera — 40MP, 7-stop IBIS, and the most distinctive colour rendering available.
Who should buy what
X-S10 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to mirrorless who want familiar controls and a deep grip
- Vloggers who want Fujifilm film simulations with a fully articulating screen
- X-T30 or X-E4 owners who want IBIS and a more comfortable grip
- Budget-conscious buyers who want X-T4 image quality at a lower price
X-T5 (2022)
- Landscape and studio photographers who want maximum APS-C resolution
- X-T4 owners who want 40MP and a more compact, stripped-back body
- Fujifilm shooters who prioritise stills quality over video features
- Photographers who want the best sensor in the X-mount system
Quick take: The x-t5 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable; only the x-t5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | X-T5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 40.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 7-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 557g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 129.5 × 91.1 × 63.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | X-T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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