X-S10vs OM-3
OM System
OM-3 (2024)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Travel, outdoor & adventure photography
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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.
Travel, Outdoor & Adventure Photography — OM-3 (2024): The ideal mid-range OM System camera — weather sealed, class-leading IBIS, and superb computational features in a compact body.
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
OM-3 (2024)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need weather sealing and compact size
- Wildlife and bird photographers wanting improved AF over the OM-5
- Travel shooters who want a rugged, lightweight MFT system
- OM-5 or E-M5 III owners wanting better autofocus without going to the OM-1
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable; only the om-3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | OM-3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £999 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 414g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| 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 | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | OM-3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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