X-T2vs Z5 II
Fujifilm
X-T2 (2016)
Starting from £549 new
Best for Street, landscape, portrait & documentary
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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.
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-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
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 z5 ii 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) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 507g (with battery and card) | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T2 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| 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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