X-S10vs Lumix G9 II
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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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.
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
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
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- Stills photographers who want the best MFT camera for sport and wildlife
- G9 owners upgrading to phase-detect AF and improved video specs
- Hybrid MFT shooters who want strong stills and 5.7K video in one body
- Photographers who want the most capable Lumix MFT camera ever made
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Lumix G9 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 25.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | 680 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 658g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Lumix G9 II |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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