X-S10vs Ektar H35N
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Ektar H35N (2023)
Starting from £50 new
Best for Creative film shooters who want more from their half-frame
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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.
Creative Film Shooters Who Want More From Their Half-Frame — Ektar H35N (2023): Everything the H35 was, plus a multiple-exposure mode that opens up a world of creative in-camera double exposures. The natural upgrade for H35 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
Quick take: The ektar h35n is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Ektar H35N (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £50 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 35mm half-frame (18 × 24mm) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | N/A — film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Fixed focus (~1m to ∞) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | N/A — film camera |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | Manual wind-on; multiple-exposure lever |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | 1× AA alkaline battery |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | ~130g (without battery) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 107 × 64 × 38mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Improved optical viewfinder with clearer framelines |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | N/A |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | 35mm film (ISO 100–400 recommended) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 35mm 135-format film cartridge |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | N/A |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Ektar H35N |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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