X-S10vs Sony RX100 VII
Sony
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Travel & versatility
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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 & Versatility — Sony RX100 VII (2019): The most versatile compact camera ever made — 24-200mm zoom, 20fps burst, and 960fps slow-motion in a jacket pocket.
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
Sony RX100 VII (2019)
- Travel photographers who want the most capable 1-inch compact available
- Vloggers who need fast AF and a flip screen in a jacket-pocket body
- Photographers who want a high-quality compact backup to a mirrorless system
- Anyone who wants professional AF performance without carrying a large camera
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Sony RX100 VII (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS BSI CMOS (stacked) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/30p HLG, FHD/960fps super slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | 357-point phase-detect + 425 contrast, Eye AF, tracking |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 3-stop Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps AF/AE tracking (90fps short burst) |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 302g with battery and card |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Pop-up EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| 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, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Sony RX100 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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