X-S10vs Z5 II
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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
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
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable; only the z5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| 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 | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| 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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