X-S10vs Z30
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.
Travel & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
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
Z30 (2022)
- Vloggers and content creators who don't need an EVF
- Beginners entering the Nikon Z system at the lowest price point
- Streamers who want a compact interchangeable-lens camera for desk use
- Travel and lifestyle shooters who want a compact APS-C Z body
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z30 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Z30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £479 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 405g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-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, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Z30 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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