X-S20vs Sigma fp
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Sigma fp (2019)
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
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
Sigma fp (2019)
- Filmmakers who want the world's smallest full-frame camera as a B or C camera
- Experimental photographers who want to build a unique, modular setup
- L-mount photographers who want an ultra-compact full-frame body
- Anyone who wants a conversation-starting camera that delivers serious results
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s20 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | Sigma fp |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| 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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