X-T2vs Lumix S1
Fujifilm
X-T2 (2016)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Street, landscape, portrait & documentary
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Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills on L-mount
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Landscape, Portrait & Documentary — X-T2 (2016): The X-T2 put Fujifilm on the map as a serious system — first X-T with 4K, dual SD, weather sealing, and fast AF that won over photographers worldwide.
Landscape, Studio & Professional Stills On L-Mount — Lumix S1 (2019): Built like a tank with one of the finest viewfinders ever made — the S1 is the choice for photographers who prioritise build quality and IBIS over AF speed.
Who should buy what
X-T2 (2016)
- Photographers wanting the Fujifilm X-T experience at a lower price than the X-T3/4/5
- Street and documentary photographers who want physical dials and weather sealing
- Landscape photographers who want dual card slots and a high-quality EVF
- Anyone entering the Fujifilm X-mount system on a budget
Lumix S1 (2019)
- L-mount system photographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed full-frame body for demanding conditions
- Landscape and studio photographers who value exceptional IBIS and an outstanding EVF
- Video professionals who need V-Log and 4K/60p in a robust, weather-sealed body
- Leica SL users who want a more affordable second body on the same L-mount system
Quick take: The x-t2 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-t2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T2 (2016) | Lumix S1 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip | 9fps continuous with AF/AE |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 507g (with battery and card) | 898g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2mm | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available |
| Screen | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T2 | Lumix S1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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