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X-S20 vs OM-5 Mark II
Quick take: The X-S20 has the highest resolution at 26MP; the X-S20 is the most affordable; only the OM-5 Mark II is weather sealed.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
X-S20 — Hybrid Photo & Video: Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
Who should buy what
X-S20 (2023)
is the right camera for you if…
- 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
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | X-S20Fujifilm · 2023 | OM-5 Mark IIOM System · 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,249 | £880Best |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.4MP Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MPBest | 20.4MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/30p, OM-Log400 |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-hybrid AF (121 cross-type points) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | Up to 7.5-stop Sync IS (6.5-stop body-only) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 10fps (AF tracking), 30fps (locked)Best |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA)Best | 310 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g (body only) | 370g (body only)Best |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | — |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | YesBest |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 1.37x magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | Fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD (UHS-II) |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
X-S20
OM-5 Mark II
Portrait
7.9/10
6.5/10
Street
7.2/10
6.9/10
Travel
6.8/10
6.9/10
Wedding & Events
6.6/10
5.4/10
Vlogging & Video
7.1/10
6.5/10
Filmmaking
7.1/10
5.1/10
Documentary
7.3/10
6.3/10
Sports & Action
7.4/10
6.7/10
Landscape
5.7/10
6.0/10
Wildlife
7.7/10
7.4/10
Casual
6.3/10
6.1/10
Food
7.5/10
6.9/10
Macro
7.2/10
8.1/10
Architecture
6.2/10
6.0/10
Astrophotography
5.7/10
5.5/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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