EOS R50vs EOS R6 Mark IIvs X-S20
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
Portraits & Action — EOS R6 Mark II (2022): 40fps burst, 8-stop IBIS, and Canon's best-in-class Dual Pixel AF — exceptional for action, sports, and portrait work.
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Who should buy what
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
EOS R6 Mark II (2022)
- You want a do-everything full-frame body for weddings and events
- You need reliable subject tracking across stills and fast-moving video
- You shoot both photos and video professionally and need a single body that handles both
- You want Canon's colour science with a modern mirrorless system
X-S20 (2023)
- You primarily create video content and want a capable but compact Fujifilm
- You're a vlogger, travel creator, or documentary shooter
- You want Fujifilm film simulations with strong, reliable video specs
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the eos r50 is the most affordable; only the eos r6 mark ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R50 (2023) | EOS R6 Mark II (2022) | X-S20 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £599 | £2,099 | £849 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | 4K/60p 10-bit oversampled, 6K RAW out, FHD/180p | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 6072 zones, deep-learning subject tracking | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (coordinated with IS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 12fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~760 shots (CIPA) | ~750 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 375g body only | 670g body only | 491g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4mm | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.76× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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