X-S20vs Nikon Zfcvs Pentax K-3 Mark III

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Fujifilm X-S20 Fujifilm X-S20 (2023) From £849 Best for Hybrid photo & video View X-S20
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Nikon Nikon Zfc Nikon Nikon Zfc (2021) From £799 Best for Lifestyle, street & casual shooters View Nikon Zfc
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Pentax Pentax K-3 Mark III Pentax Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) From £1699 Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers View Pentax K-3 Mark III

Which should you buy?

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.

Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.

Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.

↓ Full specifications below

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

Nikon Zfc (2021)

  • You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
  • You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
  • You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package

Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)

  • You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
  • You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
  • You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available

Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the nikon zfc is the most affordable; only the pentax k-3 mark iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification X-S20 (2023)Nikon Zfc (2021)Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
Price £849 £799 £1,699
Sensor 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 20.9MP APS-C CMOS 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless)
Resolution 26.1MP 20.9MP 25.7MP
Video 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p 4K/30p, 1080p/60p
Autofocus Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type)
Stabilisation 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops None (lens-based only) 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III)
Burst Rate 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic 11fps 12fps
Battery Life ~750 shots (CIPA) 300 shots (CIPA) 800 shots (CIPA)
Weight 491g body only 445g body only 820g body only
Dimensions 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm
Weather Sealed No No Yes
Viewfinder EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification
Screen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen 3.2" tilting touchscreen
Mount Fujifilm X-mount Nikon Z-mount Pentax KF-mount
Memory Cards Single SD UHS-I slot Single UHS-I SD Dual SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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