Panasonic Lumix S5
full-frame · 2020
Fujifilm X100VI
40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix S5 lands at 82 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Panasonic Lumix S5 if…
- ✓Mature system, great used market
- ✓Proven lens lineup
- ✓Often on sale
Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…
- ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- ✓Compact with IBIS
- ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testErgonomics
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).
Photo
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 82).
Autofocus
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the autofocus sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on autofocus (82 vs 78).
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VISpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $1,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix S5 | Fujifilm X100VI |
|---|---|---|
| Format | full-frame | — |
| Release year | 2020 | — |
| Sensor | — | 40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C |
| Lens | — | Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv) |
| Stabilization | — | 6-stop IBIS |
Panasonic Lumix S5
- +Mature system, great used market
- +Proven lens lineup
- +Often on sale
- −Older AF system
- −Heavier than modern mirrorless
- −Firmware updates trailed off
Fujifilm X100VI
- +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- +Compact with IBIS
- +Hybrid OVF/EVF
- −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
- −Severe supply issues
- −AF still behind Sony
FAQ: Panasonic Lumix S5 vs Fujifilm X100VI
Which is better, Panasonic Lumix S5 or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Panasonic Lumix S5 worth the price? +
At $1,999, Panasonic Lumix S5 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +
At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.
Does Panasonic Lumix S5 or Fujifilm X100VI last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for ergonomics, Panasonic Lumix S5 or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.
Which is better for photo, Panasonic Lumix S5 or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 82). Compared on the photo sub-score.