X-T5vs S1 II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Portraits & Landscape — X-T5 (2022): Fujifilm's finest stills camera — 40MP, 7-stop IBIS, and the most distinctive colour rendering available.
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-T5 (2022)
- Landscape and studio photographers who want maximum APS-C resolution
- X-T4 owners who want 40MP and a more compact, stripped-back body
- Fujifilm shooters who prioritise stills quality over video features
- Photographers who want the best sensor in the X-mount system
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-t5 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the x-t5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T5 (2022) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 557g body only | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 129.5 × 91.1 × 63.8mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T5 | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| 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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