Fujifilm X-T30 II vs X-S10: full comparison
The X-T30 II leads on more headline specs, but the X-S10 counters on 6-stop in-body stabilization.
Also searched as XT30 II vs XS10, and in the other order as XS10 vs XT30 II.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-S10 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-T and the X-S. The X-T30 II is the newer of the two, arriving in 2021. At launch the X-T30 II was 899 USD and the X-S10 999 USD, making the X-T30 II the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T30 II is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 380-shot battery life and a lighter 378g body.
The X-S10 isn't far behind. It hits back with 6-stop in-body stabilization.
So which one? If you want 380-shot battery life, get the X-T30 II. If 6-stop in-body stabilization is closer to what you actually need, the X-S10 is the smarter buy. And the X-T30 II costs less — 899 USD at launch.
Where the X-T30 II wins
- +380-shot battery life
- +a lighter 378g body
Where the X-S10 wins
- +6-stop in-body stabilization
Who should buy the X-T30 II or X-S10?
Buy the X-T30 II if…
Pick the X-T30 II if 380-shot battery life, a lighter 378g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 899 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T30 II review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-S10 if…
Pick the X-S10 if 6-stop in-body stabilization matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-S handling. Read the full X-S10 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T30 II vs X-S10: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T30 II review and X-S10 review.
X-T30 II vs X-S10: full specs
| Spec |  X-T30 II2021 · $899 |  X-S102020 · $999 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Launch price | 899 USD | 999 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 26.1 MP | 26.1 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans IV | X-Trans IV |
| Processor | X-Processor 4 | X-Processor 4 |
| ISO range | 160–12800 | 160–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 425 | 425 |
| Subject detection | face-eye | face-eye |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Codec | H.265, H.264 | H.265, H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log | F-Log |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | 6 stops |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" tilt touch | 3" flip touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 378g | 465g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 325 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 7 | 7 |
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-T30 II review and the Fujifilm X-S10 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.