Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
The Fujifilm X-S20 is overwhelmingly praised as a versatile hybrid camera, delivering excellent image quality, vibrant film simulations, and solid autofocus. Users love its compact, well-built body and find it easy to use, though some note a learning curve and occasional overheating during video. A few negative experiences involve shipping issues and the lack of weather sealing, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Great film simulations
- Compact and well-built
- Solid autofocus
- Good battery life
Cons
- Overheating during video
- No weather sealing
- Steep learning curve
- No vertical video mode
- No 4K HQ mode
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
The Nikon Z fc is widely praised for its retro design, compact size, and enjoyable shooting experience, appealing to both enthusiasts and professionals as a fun, everyday camera. Users love the tactile dials and image quality, but note the lack of in-body stabilization, limited battery life, and the need for an add-on grip for comfortable handling. Some mention issues with flash compatibility and the kit lens, but overall, it's seen as a great value for its price.
Pros
- Retro design
- Compact and lightweight
- Fun to use
- Tactile dials
- Good image quality
Cons
- No in-body stabilization
- Limited battery life
- No grip included
- Flash compatibility issues
- Kit lens quality
Scores
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-S X-S20 | Nikon Z fc Z fc | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | X-Trans CMOS 4 | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 26.100000381469727 MP★ | 20.899999618530273 MP |
| ISO Range | 160 | 100★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 6 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Contrast Detection, Phase Detection: 117 | Phase Detection: 209 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps★ | 30 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 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 | H.264/MOV/MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.49 kg | 0.39 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 750 shots★ | 300 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Black 2024
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sensor (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong burst (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong video (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon Z fc Z fc Chalk Blue 2021 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
