APS-C Cameras in the UK — 2026 Category Overview (Top 8 Picks)

Well suited to sports, action and wildlife photography, the X-T5 boasts an autofocus system which Fuji state can autofocus in just 1/50th of a second.

Super-fast shutter speed and drive rates

The Fujifilm X-T5 follows in the footsteps of its predecessors with a retro design, including three control dials on its top plate along with various other direct-access buttons and switches for important shooting parameters.

The powerful image sensor, processor and other high-tech features are shoehorned into a surprisingly compact and lightweight body that measures 5.1 x 3.6 x 2.5 inches and weighs in at just 19.6 ounces, complete with battery and memory cards.

The sensor is coupled to a similarly new fifth-generation X-Processor 5 image processor. It’s not only twice as fast as the previous generation chip, but boasts AI processing technology and support for the recently introduced HEIF image file format, along with a reduction in...

The exposure compensation dial now goes up to +5EV and down to -5EV, which is broader than most competitors and genuinely useful for HDR-style shooting in the field.

Pro Tip: Film simulations are not locked in stone — each can be fine-tuned within the in-camera RAW processing. You can adjust shadow tone, highlight tone, colour chrome effect, sharpness, noise reduction, clarity, and more for each simulation.

No Fujifilm review would be complete without an extended discussion of film simulation modes, and the X-T5 comes loaded with 19 of them. This is perhaps the most comprehensive simulation library of any Fujifilm camera to date, building on decades of analog film heritage.

Fujifilm's X-Trans sensors have historically offered excellent dynamic range, and the X-T5 continues this tradition. At base ISO 125 (yes, the native range starts at ISO 125, not 200 — a welcome change), you get approximately 14 stops of dynamic range.

Pro Tip: The XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR is perhaps the single best lens pairing for the X-T5's resolution. Its ability to resolve fine detail wide open is extraordinary, and at f/2.8-f/4, it produces images that can be printed at poster sizes without hesitation.

Let's talk about the elephant in the room: that 40.2-megapixel APS-C sensor. When Fujifilm announced this resolution for an APS-C sensor, some photographers raised eyebrows.

Pro Tip: CFexpress Type B cards have become significantly more affordable since the X-T5's launch. If you're shooting 40.2MP RAW bursts, the faster write speeds of CFexpress make a noticeable difference in how quickly the camera clears its buffer and becomes responsive again.

The 3.69 million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder is sharp, responsive, and offers a 100fps refresh rate in boost mode. It remains one of the best EVFs in its class, with natural color rendering and zero noticeable lag.

The magnesium alloy chassis feels every bit as premium as you'd expect at this price point. Fujifilm has maintained its weather-sealing tradition, with 56 weather-sealed points throughout the body.

Pro Tip: If you're coming from a full-frame system and worried about the smaller APS-C body feeling insubstantial, Fujifilm's grip design is surprisingly confident.

In Fujifilm's defense- I expected low-light performance to suffer, but they seem to have figured that out for the most part. I don’t shoot a lot at night, but I haven’t noticed all those megapixels on that little tiny sensor struggling with what I normally put it through

What makes the X-T5 stand out is its flexibility. Paired with Fuji’s compact Fujicron f/2 primes, it becomes a small, discreet travel and family camera. Add the L-grip and professional f/1.2 or f/1.4 primes, and it transforms into a lightweight pro body capable of serious work.

You can also interlock spot metering with the active AF point, which I find especially helpful for portraits to quickly get accurate exposure where it matters most.

The X-T5 also includes various subject detection modes, covering animals, birds, cars, motorbikes/bikes, airplanes, and trains. Of these, I’ve casually used the animal option and found it to be just as reliable as human detection.

The rear LCD is bright and crisp, but the real story is the return of the three-way tilt screen, replacing the fully articulating version from the X-T4. For stills shooters, this is a win.

The In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) in the X-T5 offers 6.5 stops of shake reduction. This feature has been invaluable for me, allowing for handheld shooting in low light without compromising image sharpness - a frequent situation in wedding venues.

The autofocus system of the X-T5, with its improved speed and accuracy, is a step up from the X-T4. This is especially noticeable in low-light conditions and when tracking moving subjects - a common scenario in wedding receptions and streets.

The heart of the X-T5 is its 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS sensor. This high-resolution sensor is a significant leap from the 26.1MP sensor of the X-T4.

Compared to the X-H2 and X-H2S, the X-T5 retains a more classic style, which I find less intimidating for subjects, a crucial factor in candid photography. The grip, button layout, and overall ergonomics of the X-T5 feel more refined, catering to a seamless shooting experience.

One feature I frequently use is the silent shooting mode during weddings, which allows me to capture intimate moments without drawing attention.

The RAW files from the X-T5, with their improved dynamic range and colour profiles, offer more flexibility in post-processing. I find Adobe Lightroom to be particularly effective for Fujifilm files, bringing out the best in my wedding and street photography work.

While the X-H2 and X-H2S also offer robust video capabilities, the X-T5’s compact form makes it more versatile for the on-the-go style of shooting that wedding and street photography often demand.

I’ve used the X-T5 for YouTube videos and family work. I don’t shoot videos at weddings. However, the X-T5's video capabilities are a significant upgrade from the X-T4.

In comparison to the X-H2 and X-H2S, the X-T5’s custom settings are more accessible, a feature that I find invaluable when needing to switch settings quickly in dynamic environments.

The Bracketing features are more advanced in the X-T5 than the X-T4 also. This is particularly useful in street photography, where capturing the perfect moment with sharp focus is non-negotiable.

The X-T5 offers extensive customization options, allowing me to tailor the camera to my specific needs. I've set up custom profiles for different lighting conditions – one for the soft, diffused light of wedding venues and another for the harsh, contrasting light often...

Compared to the X-T4, the X-T5’s higher resolution sensor makes these lenses shine even more, bringing out the sharpness and clarity in each shot.

Battery life is crucial for my work, and here, the X-T5 performs admirably, with a similar performance to the X-T4.

The R10 is an incredibly small and lightweight camera, at just 122.5 x 87.8 x 83.4mm and 429g, giving it a feel not unlike the Canon EOS Rebel T8i / 850D.

At the heart of the Canon EOS R10 is a reworked version of Canon’s familiar 24.2MP APS-C image sensor, which has been re-engineered to deliver improved readout speeds – culminating in the lightning-fast 15fps mechanical / 23 fps burst shooting.

In an astonishing move for an entry level camera, the R10 features the same Dual Pixel CMOS AF II found in the high-end R3, R5 and R6 bodies, with full subject tracking for humans, animals and vehicles.

Not only was the latter was previously exclusive to the pro-grade Canon EOS R3, but the camera also features AF case studies and can achieve autofocus down to an impressive -4EV.

Canon never ceases to surprise us, but with the Canon EOS R10 it has truly outdone itself. Here we have a body that’s priced at under a grand in the US and UK, yet it offers shooting speeds that match or exceed those of the top pro sports cameras on the market.

We weren’t surprised to see an entry level EOS R camera, and we weren’t even surprised to see it in the form of an APS-C body.

Aimed at enthusiasts, travel photographers and lifestyle content creators, the R10 is designed to pack all the features that a photographer could want or need when graduating from a smartphone or DSLR while retaining a light, compact footprint.