X-S20vs Sony FX30
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The x-s20 is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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