X-S10vs GH5
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.
Video, Filmmaking & Hybrid Shooting — GH5 (2017): The GH5 redefined what a consumer video camera could do — 4K/60p and 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording made it the independent filmmaker's tool of choice for years.
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
GH5 (2017)
- Independent filmmakers who need 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording without a dedicated cinema camera
- YouTube creators who want 4K/60p, a fully articulating screen, and unlimited recording
- Photographers who shoot primarily stills but need serious video capability as a second
- GH4 owners who want 4K/60p and 10-bit — a significant step up
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; only the gh5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | GH5 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/60p, C4K/30p, 1080p/180p; 10-bit 4:2:2 internal; unlimited recording |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | IBIS — up to 5 stops; Dual IS 2 with compatible lenses (6.5 stops) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 12fps (AFS), 9fps (AFC) |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 725g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.76× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic, headphone jack, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | GH5 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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