X-T3vs S1 II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Street, Travel, Portrait — X-T3 (2018): The camera that proved APS-C could punch above full-frame on video.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
X-T3 (2018)
- Hybrid shooters who want 4K 60fps 10-bit without full-frame prices
- Street photographers who want physical dials and compact size
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The x-t3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T3 (2018) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £649 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit (internal) | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | 390 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 539g (body only) | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 92.8 × 58.8mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.75× 3.69M-dot | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, Micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T3 | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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