X-S10vs X-T1
Fujifilm
X-T1 (2014)
Starting from £299 new
Best for Street, travel & documentary photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Dslr Switchers, Travel & Vlogging — X-S10 (2020): The X-S10 brought IBIS and a fully articulating screen to Fujifilm's mid-range — a compelling DSLR replacement at a price that made Fujifilm accessible to a new audience.
Street, Travel & Documentary Photography — X-T1 (2014): The camera that put Fujifilm back on the map — weather sealed, a class-leading EVF, physical dials, and X-Trans colour that earned a generation of loyal fans.
Who should buy what
X-S10 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to mirrorless who want familiar controls and a deep grip
- Vloggers who want Fujifilm film simulations with a fully articulating screen
- X-T30 or X-E4 owners who want IBIS and a more comfortable grip
- Budget-conscious buyers who want X-T4 image quality at a lower price
X-T1 (2014)
- Photographers entering the Fujifilm X-mount system at the lowest possible price
- Street and documentary photographers who value physical controls and OVF-like experience
- Travel photographers who want a weather-sealed compact with Fujifilm colour
- Those who prefer the original X-T1 aesthetic and smaller 16MP files
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t1 is the most affordable; only the x-t1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | X-T1 (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 16.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid AF (49 points) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 8fps |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~350 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 440g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 129.0 × 89.8 × 46.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification — largest APS-C EVF at launch |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | X-T1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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