X-S20vs RX100 VI
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.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
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
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The x-s20 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £700 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 301g (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, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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