X-S10vs X-T30 III
Fujifilm
X-T30 III (2025)
Starting from £849 new
Best for Enthusiast photography, travel & street
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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.
Enthusiast Photography, Travel & Street — X-T30 III (2025): 40MP resolution and flagship-level subject detection in the most affordable X-T body — the best value Fujifilm camera ever made.
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-T30 III (2025)
- Fujifilm X-T30 II owners who want a significant resolution upgrade
- Enthusiasts who want 40MP quality without flagship pricing
- Street and travel photographers who shoot JPEG-first
- Anyone stepping up from a smartphone or entry-level camera
Quick take: The x-t30 iii has the highest resolution at 40mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | X-T30 III (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £849 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 40.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 360g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 118 × 83 × 47mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting |
| 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-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | X-T30 III |
|---|---|---|
| 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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