Introduced alongside a new ultra-wide-angle XF 8mm F3.5 R WR ultra-wide lens, the 26.1MP Fujifilm X-S20 follows on from the X-S10 as the firm's mini-DSLR styled camera. It's said to be suitable for all types of users, whether that's stills shooters, content creators, or videographers. As such, it's designed to be feature-packed yet easy to use, with in-body image stabilisation (IBIS), a conventional mode dial on top, and dual command wheels. This is in contrast to the X-T series, which feature more traditional shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation controls.
The X-S20 sits above the X-T30 II in Fujifilm's range, but below the X-T5. With a larger grip than the X-T30 II, it's suitable for a wide range of shooting, including with larger lenses, whilst maintaining a relatively compact size that makes it suitable for travel and video use. One area where the X-S20 misses out relative to the X-T5 is that it's not weather-sealed.
Compared to the X-S10, there are some notable updates. Like many recent cameras, the X-S20 gains Al-based subject-detection autofocus, which can recognise a wide variety of common subjects. The camera is also capable of high-resolution 6.2K video recording at 30fps, alongside 4K at 60fps, and Full HD at 240fps. Last but not least, it now uses the same larger NP-W235 battery as the higher-end X-T5, X-H2 and X-H2S, which promises considerably longer shooting times.
The X-S20 is priced at £1,249 body only, £1,349 with the compact XC 15-45mm F3.5-6.3 OIS PZ power zoom lens, or £1,599 with the premium XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R zoom lens. This represents a 25% price increase over the body-only price of the X-S10, which was £949 when introduced. So is it worth the premium?
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