Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
Fujifilm
X-T20
Small X-T body with 24MP X-Trans III, 4K recording, and classic Fujifilm controls.
$899
Launch priceReleased Jan 2017
EOS R5 is 3.5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
X-T20
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 23 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-T20
118 × 83 × 41 mm
383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
EOS R5 is 20mm wider, 15mm taller, and 47mm thicker than X-T20.
EOS R5 is 355 g heavier than X-T20.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 41mm X-T20
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X-T20
118 × 83 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
X-T20
118 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
X-T20
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
X-T20
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 23 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T20
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.4, 82.8, 41.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
383 g vs 738 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
X-T20
Pros
- ✓24MP X-Trans III
- ✓4K video
- ✓Compact body
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Older AF
- –Single card slot
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R5 and X-T20 at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R5
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 or X-T20?
EOS R5 scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for X-T20 — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and X-T20?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and X-T20 is 24.3 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and X-T20 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X-T20 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the X-T20?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. X-T20 reaches 14 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and X-T20?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and X-T20 weighs 383 g, so the X-T20 is 355 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and X-T20 record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. X-T20: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R5 and X-T20 weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. X-T20: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 350 shots for the X-T20, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and X-T20 at $899. The X-T20 is $3,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.