X-S10vs A7
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.
Camera History & Full-Frame Introduction — A7 (2013): The camera that changed photography — the world's first compact full-frame mirrorless, the A7 launched a product family that redefined what was possible.
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
A7 (2013)
- Photographers interested in the camera that launched the full-frame mirrorless era
- Budget-conscious buyers who want to experience full-frame image quality at minimal cost
- Sony FE system users who want the original A7 for sentimental or historical value
- Those adapting vintage lenses who want full-frame with phase-detect AF at low cost
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the a7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | A7 (2013) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £299 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.3MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | 117 phase-detect + 25 contrast-detect AF points |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 5fps |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 474g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 126.9 × 94.4 × 48.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.71× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots (no tilt, no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | A7 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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