Fujifilm X-S20 vs Sony FX30
Fujifilm X-S20 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The X-S20 is the better pick for beginners, travel, wildlife, sports; the FX30 is better for vlogging.
Choose the X-S20 for
- faster bursts (8fps vs 4.7fps)
- a lighter body (491g vs 562g)
- a lower price (from £999)
- a newer design (2023)
Choose the FX30 for
- stronger video (4K 120p)
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
Specs side by side
| Spec | X-S20 | FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 26MP | APS-C, 26MP |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E (APS-C) |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Burst | 8 fps | 4.7 fps |
| Readout | ≈30 ms | — |
| Max ISO | 12,800 | 32,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 6.2K 30p | 4K 120p |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Weight | 491 g | 562 g |
| Battery | Fujifilm NP-W235 | Sony NP-FZ100 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-II) | 2×CFexpress A/SD |
| New price | £1,299 | £1,599 |
| Used at MPB | £999–1,039 | £1,269–1,419 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (23 third-party) | 105 (82 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | X-S20 |
| Everyday & travel | X-S20 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | X-S20 |
| Sports & action | X-S20 |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | FX30 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The X-S20 uses Fujifilm X (36 lenses in our database, 23 third-party) and the FX30 uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses, 82 third-party). Batteries: Fujifilm NP-W235 (about £45) vs Sony NP-FZ100 (about £65).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Fujifilm X-S20 better than the Sony FX30?
It depends on your priorities. The X-S20 offers faster bursts (8fps vs 4.7fps), a lighter body (491g vs 562g), a lower price (from £999); the FX30 offers stronger video (4K 120p), more lenses in our database (105 vs 36).
Which is better for video, the X-S20 or the FX30?
The FX30 is stronger for video: X-S20 records 6.2K 30p, FX30 records 4K 120p.
Which is cheaper, the X-S20 or the FX30?
The X-S20 costs £1,299 new and from £999 used at MPB; the FX30 costs £1,599 new and from £1,269 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Fujifilm X-S20 lenses on the FX30?
Not directly. The X-S20 uses Fujifilm X and the FX30 uses Sony E / FE; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.