X-S10vs Z50
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.
Beginner, Travel, Everyday — Z50 (2019): Nikon's Z system at its most accessible.
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
Z50 (2019)
- Nikon DSLR users wanting a lighter mirrorless
- First-time enthusiast camera buyers
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z50 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Z50 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K 30fps (1.5× crop), 1080p 120fps |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | 209-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 397g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 126.5 × 93.5 × 60.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF 0.68× 2.36M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" downward-tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-Mount (DX) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Z50 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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