X-T5vs A7S
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.
Astrophotography & Low-Light — A7S (2014): The original A7S pioneered the concept of a camera optimised entirely for low light. Its 12.2MP sensor has enormous photosites — extraordinary high-ISO performance that still holds up. Lacking IBIS and limited to 1080p internally (4K requires external recorder), it is a specialist tool. For astrophotography, event videography, or any scenario where light is genuinely scarce, it remains outstanding.
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
A7S (2014)
- Astrophotographers
- Low-light event videographers
- Filmmakers needing clean high-ISO footage
Quick take: The x-t5 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the a7s is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T5 (2022) | A7S (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £600 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 12.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 12.2MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit | 1080p/60p internal, 4K via HDMI (external recorder) |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect / contrast-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | None |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 5fps |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 557g body only | 474g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 129.5 × 91.1 × 63.8mm | 126.9 × 94.4 × 48.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.71× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting LCD, 1.23M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I | Single SD / MemoryStick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Multi/Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T5 | A7S |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Astrophotography | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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