Cameras · 2023 · Fujifilm

Fujifilm X-S20

The X-S20 is Fujifilm’s APS-C mirrorless camera: a 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor, X-Processor 5, up to 7 stops of in-body stabilisation and 6.2K video. The larger NP-W235 battery roughly doubled the shot count compared with the X-S10. It has no weather sealing and a single card slot.

X-S20 body (2023); sold alone or with the XC15-45mm kit lens. The X-S10 and X-T50 are separate models.

Fujifilm X-S20 — Fujifilm image of the X-S20 with the XC15-45mm kit lens.
Fujifilm image of the X-S20 with the XC15-45mm kit lens.

Specifications

SpecificationValue
Sensor and processorAPS-C (23.5 × 15.6 mm) X-Trans CMOS 4, 26.1 MP; X-Processor 5
Image stabilisation5-axis sensor shift; 7.0 stops per CIPA; digital stabilisation and IS Mode Boost for movies

The 7.0-stop figure was measured with the XF35mmF1.4 R lens on the pitch and yaw axes only; it may be lower with other lenses.

ShutterMechanical up to 1/4000 s, electronic up to 1/32000 s; flash sync 1/180 s
BurstAbout 30 fps with the electronic shutter (1.25x crop) or 20 fps uncropped; about 8 fps with the mechanical shutter
AutofocusHybrid (phase detection + contrast); down to −7 EV with the XF50mmF1.0; face/eye and subject detection (animal, bird, automobile, motorcycle/bike, airplane, train)
VideoUp to 6.2K at 29.97p; DCI 4K/4K up to 59.94p; up to 360 Mbps; 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording; HEVC/H.264

According to Fujifilm, actual recording time at 6.2K is about 85 minutes per battery. For heat during long recordings an optional cooling fan can be attached; the box includes the fan connector cover.

Viewfinder0.39-inch OLED, 2.36 million dots, 0.62x magnification
Screen3.0-inch vari-angle touch LCD, 1.84 million dots
Card slotSingle slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC, UHS-I/UHS-II, V90
ConnectionsUSB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2x1), micro HDMI, 3.5 mm microphone, 3.5 mm headphone, hot shoe
WirelessWi‑Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 4.2 (low energy)
BatteryNP-W235; about 750 frames (Normal) or 800 frames (Economy)

Frame counts follow the CIPA standard.

Size and weight127.7 × 85.1 × 65.4 mm; 491 g with battery and card, 410 g body only
Operating conditions0–40 °C

No weather sealing is stated.

Film simulations19 modes

From the manufacturer

Fujifilm presents the X-S20 for content creators with a Vlog mode, 6.2K video and subject-detection autofocus. Fujifilm

Strengths and limitations

  • According to TechRadar, the larger battery roughly doubles life compared with the X-S10, reaching around 800 shots per charge. The grip was comfortable and the Vlog mode was considered useful for content creators. The lack of weather sealing was listed as a negative. In-body stabilisation worked well, but long lenses in wind still needed a tripod.

    TechRadar review (2023); one test unit.

    TechRadar: Fujifilm X-S20 review

Owner experiences and issues

  • Owners new to cameras praise the ease of use, battery life and film simulations. One owner listed the single card slot and the need for a separately sold fan for heat as negatives. All of these reviews were collected as part of a promotion.

    27 reviews on the Best Buy Canada X-S20 listing, all collected as part of a promotion.

    Best Buy Canada: Fujifilm X-S20 reviews

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Sources

  1. Fujifilm: X-S20 specifications
  2. TechRadar: Fujifilm X-S20 review
  3. Best Buy Canada: Fujifilm X-S20 reviews