X-S20vs OM System OM-1 Mark IIvs Sony RX100 VII
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OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
From £1999
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
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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.
Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
Travel & Versatility — Sony RX100 VII (2019): The most versatile compact camera ever made — 24-200mm zoom, 20fps burst, and 960fps slow-motion in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
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
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- You shoot wildlife, birds in flight, or fast-moving action where tracking accuracy is critical
- You need extreme weather sealing for shooting in rain, dust, mud, or freezing cold
- You're invested in the MFT ecosystem and want the absolute best body available
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
- You want serious image quality in a camera small enough to carry absolutely everywhere
- You shoot travel, events, or street photography and want something discreet but genuinely capable
- You need fast burst shooting and reliable autofocus in the most pocketable possible package
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s20 is the most affordable; only the om system om-1 mark ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £1,999 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.0MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 8.5-stop IBIS | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 120fps with AF tracking | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 599g body only | 302g with battery and card |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps | Pop-up EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC |
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