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Fujifilm X-M5 vs X-S20
Short answer
The Fujifilm X-M5 and Fujifilm X-S20 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-M5 leads on launch price — $799, film simulations — 20, and weight — 355 g. The Fujifilm X-S20 leads on in-body stabilisation — Yes · 7 EV and battery life — 750 shots.
Fujifilm X-M5: 4 specs ahead
Size side by side
- Fujifilm X-S20 is 15.8 mm wider
- Fujifilm X-S20 is 18.5 mm taller
- Fujifilm X-S20 is 27.4 mm deeper
Side by side
| Fujifilm X-M5 | Fujifilm X-S20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Launch price | $799 | $1,299 |
| Sensor | 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 | 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 |
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | X-Processor 5 |
| In-body stabilisation | No | Yes · 7 EV |
| Film simulations | 20 | 19 |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only | 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Burst | 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical | 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical |
| ISO range | ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) | ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) |
| Battery life | 330 shots | 750 shots |
| Weight | 355 g | 491 g |
| Dimensions | 111.9 × 66.6 × 38.0 mm | 127.7 × 85.1 × 65.4 mm |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Card slots | 1× SD UHS-I | 1× SD UHS-II |
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
What is different
Fujifilm X-M5
- launch price — $799
- film simulations — 20
- weight — 355 g
Fujifilm X-S20
- in-body stabilisation — Yes · 7 EV
- battery life — 750 shots
The Fujifilm X-M5 and Fujifilm X-S20 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), lens mount (Fujifilm X).
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Which is newer, the X-M5 or the X-S20?
The X-M5, from 2024. The X-S20 came out in 2023.
Which one is lighter?
The X-M5, by 136 g (355 g against 491 g).
Which one has in-body stabilization?
Only the X-S20. The X-M5 relies on the lens instead.
Which one has more film simulations?
The X-M5, with 20 against 19.
Which one lasts longer on a charge?
The X-S20, rated at 750 shots against 330.
How far apart were the launch prices?
$500. The X-M5 launched at $799 and the X-S20 at $1,299.
Which is better, the X-M5 or the X-S20?
On measurable specs the X-M5 leads, 4 wins against 2. That is a spec count, not a field test.
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