Fujifilm X-S20 vs X100VI: full comparison
The X-S20 and X100VI are closely matched — the right pick comes down to what you shoot.
Also searched as XS20 vs X100VI, and in the other order as X100VI vs XS20.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-S20 and Fujifilm X100VI are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-S and the X100. The X100VI is the newer of the two, arriving in 2024. At launch the X-S20 was 1,299 USD and the X100VI 1,599 USD, making the X-S20 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-S20 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 7-stop in-body stabilization, 750-shot battery life, and a lighter 491g body.
The X100VI isn't far behind. It hits back with 40.2 MP of resolution, 11 fps continuous shooting, and a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder.
So which one? If you want 7-stop in-body stabilization, get the X-S20. If 40.2 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X100VI is the smarter buy. And the X-S20 costs less — 1,299 USD at launch.
Where the X-S20 wins
- +7-stop in-body stabilization
- +750-shot battery life
- +a lighter 491g body
Where the X100VI wins
- +40.2 MP of resolution
- +11 fps continuous shooting
- +a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder
Who should buy the X-S20 or X100VI?
Buy the X-S20 if…
Pick the X-S20 if 7-stop in-body stabilization, 750-shot battery life matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 1,299 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-S handling. Read the full X-S20 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X100VI if…
Pick the X100VI if 40.2 MP of resolution, 11 fps continuous shooting matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X100 handling. Read the full X100VI review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-S20 vs X100VI: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-S20 review and X100VI review.
X-S20 vs X100VI: full specs
| Spec |  X-S202023 · $1,299 |  X100VI2024 · $1,599 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Launch price | 1,299 USD | 1,599 USD |
| Status | Current | Current |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 26.1 MP | 40.2 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans IV | X-Trans V |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | X-Processor 5 |
| ISO range | 160–12800 | 125–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 425 | 425 |
| Subject detection | ai | ai |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 11 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 6K 30p | 6K 30p |
| Codec | H.265, H.264 | H.265, H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log2 | F-Log2 |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | 7 stops | 6 stops |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | Hybrid OVF/EVF (3.69M dot) |
| LCD | 3" flip touch | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 491g | 521g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-II | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W235 | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 750 shots | 450 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 8 | 8 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-S20 review and the Fujifilm X100VI review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.