X-A7vs X-S20vs Ricoh GR IIIx
Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
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.
Street Portraits & Reportage — Ricoh GR IIIx (2021): APS-C in a shirt pocket with a 40mm perspective — the GR IIIx is the ideal street portrait compact for photographers who want a slightly tighter frame.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
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
Ricoh GR IIIx (2021)
- You want the GR experience with a slightly tighter, more versatile field of view
- You shoot portraits, food, or street scenes where 40mm suits better than 28mm wide
- You want a premium compact that fits in a shirt pocket with better tonal rendering than a phone
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | X-S20 (2023) | Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £849 | £999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 26.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 4fps |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 491g body only | 262g |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 111.2 × 61.4 × 33.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed 40mm-equiv f/2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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