Fujifilm
X-S20
Creator-friendly APS-C hybrid with vlog features and strong AF.
$1,299
Released May 2023
Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Released Feb 2024
X100VI is 9 months newer.
Wins
X-S20
Wins
X100VI
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-S20 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (750 shots vs 310 shots)
- AX-S20 has higher Max video bit rate (360 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AX-S20 has higher RAW buffer depth (88 frames vs 52 frames)
- BX100VI has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX100VI has higher Resolution (40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-S20
128 × 85 × 65 mm
491 g (1.08 lb / 17.32 oz)
X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
X-S20 is 10mm taller and 10mm thicker than X100VI.
X-S20 is 30 g lighter than X100VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 65mm X-S20 · 55mm X100VI
Sensor size, to scale
X-S20
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-S20
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100VI: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X-S20
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 127.7, 85.1, 65.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
Battery life (CIPA)
750 shots vs 310 shots — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X-S20 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X-S20 supports it
Max video bit rate
360 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
88 frames vs 52 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weather sealing
Only X100VI supports it
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Resolution
40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
125 vs 160 — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.66 × vs 0.62 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-S20
Pros
- ✓Vlog modes
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Compact
- ✓Good battery
Cons
- –26MP APS-C
- –Not flagship build
- –4K crop in some modes
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X-S20 or X100VI?
X100VI scores 5.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for X-S20 — 40.2MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the X-S20 and X100VI?
X-S20 is 26.1 MP and X100VI is 40.2 MP, so the X100VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-S20 and X100VI have in-body image stabilization?
X-S20 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while x100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-S20 or the X100VI?
X-S20 reaches 30 fps electronic. X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-S20 and X100VI?
X-S20 weighs 491 g and X100VI weighs 521 g, so the X-S20 is 30 g lighter.
Do the X-S20 and X100VI record 4K video?
X-S20: 4K up to 60p. X100VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X-S20 and X100VI weather sealed?
X-S20: No. X100VI: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 750 shots (CIPA) for the X-S20 and 310 shots for the X100VI, giving the X-S20 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-S20 launched at $1,299 and X100VI at $1,599. The X-S20 is $300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.