Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
The Fujifilm X-S20 is widely praised as a versatile hybrid camera that delivers stunning image quality, beautiful film simulations, and solid video performance in a compact, lightweight body. Users love the improved autofocus, excellent battery life, and intuitive controls, making it a great choice for both beginners and enthusiasts. However, some reviewers report overheating during extended use or in warm conditions, and a few note that autofocus can be unreliable in complex scenes compared to Sony or Canon. Overall, the camera is seen as an outstanding value for its price point, especially for those who want great SOOC JPEGs and a fun shooting experience.
Pros
- Stunning image quality and colors
- Beautiful film simulations
- Excellent battery life
- Compact and lightweight body
- Improved autofocus performance
Cons
- Overheating during extended use
- Autofocus can be unreliable in complex scenes
- No weather sealing
- Menu system can be complex for beginners
- App connectivity issues reported
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
The Olympus Pen-F is praised for its compact, retro design and excellent build quality, with users highlighting the intuitive controls and superb image quality, especially in monochrome. However, common complaints include a complex menu system, poor battery life, and a high price point. The camera is best suited for enthusiasts who appreciate its unique features and are willing to overlook its quirks.
Pros
- Compact and retro design
- Excellent build quality
- Intuitive controls
- Superb image quality
- Great monochrome modes
Cons
- Complex menu system
- Poor battery life
- High price
- No microphone jack
- No 4K video
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-S X-S20 | Olympus PEN-F PEN-F | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 4 | Live MOS |
| Size | aps-c | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 26.100000381469727 MP★ | 20.299999237060547 MP |
| ISO Range | 160 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | TruePic VII |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 117 | Contrast Detection: 81 |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/16000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | H.264 ALL-Intra/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/H.265 Long GOP/MOV/MP4/MPEG-4 AVC 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.40 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 750 shots★ | 734 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | Micro-HDMI | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sensor (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong evf (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
Pricing
Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
Olympus PEN-F PEN-F Silver
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 17 of 33 specs.
