Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X-Pro2→Fujifilm X-T5

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

X-Pro2

£549

2016

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

X-T5

£1499 (+£950)

2022

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the X-Pro2. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the X-T5

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Full spec comparison

Spec	X-Pro2	X-T5
Price	£549	£1,499
Released	2016	2022	↑
Sensor	24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III	40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Resolution	24MP	40MP	↑
Video	1080p/60p	6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit
Autofocus	Hybrid phase/contrast-detect AF — much improved over X-Pro1	Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking
Stabilisation	None	7-stop IBIS
Burst Rate	8fps	15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	~350 shots (CIPA)	~740 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	495g body only	557g body only	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Hybrid OVF/EVF — improved magnification and clarity over X-Pro1	EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 1.62M dots	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen
Mount	Fujifilm X-mount	Fujifilm X-mount
Memory Cards	Dual SD UHS-II slots	Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I

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