X-S20vs X-T30 III
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Which should you buy?
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Enthusiast Photography, Travel & Street — X-T30 III (2025): 40MP resolution and flagship-level subject detection in the most affordable X-T body — the best value Fujifilm camera ever made.
Who should buy what
X-S20 (2023)
- Content creators who want Fujifilm colour science in a vlogging-friendly body
- Hybrid shooters who need IBIS, 6.2K video, and a fully articulating screen
- X-S10 owners looking for a meaningful upgrade with better battery and video
- Beginners who want a capable all-rounder without Fujifilm's traditional dials
X-T30 III (2025)
- Fujifilm X-T30 II owners who want a significant resolution upgrade
- Enthusiasts who want 40MP quality without flagship pricing
- Street and travel photographers who shoot JPEG-first
- Anyone stepping up from a smartphone or entry-level camera
Quick take: The x-t30 iii has the highest resolution at 40mp. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | X-T30 III (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £849 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 40.2MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 360g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 118 × 83 × 47mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | X-T30 III |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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