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Fujifilm X-T30 III vs X-S20

Short answer

The Fujifilm X-T30 III and Fujifilm X-S20 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-T30 III leads on launch price — $999, film simulations — 20, and weight — 378 g. The Fujifilm X-S20 leads on in-body stabilisation — Yes · 7 EV and battery life — 750 shots.

Fujifilm X-T30 III: 4 specs ahead

Size side by side

118.4 mm127.7 mm82.8 mm85.1 mm
  • Fujifilm X-S20 is 9.3 mm wider
  • Fujifilm X-S20 is 2.3 mm taller
  • Fujifilm X-S20 is 18.6 mm deeper

Side by side

Fujifilm X-T30 III Fujifilm X-S20
Released 2025 2023
Launch price $999 $1,299
Sensor 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor format APS-C APS-C
Processor X-Processor 5 X-Processor 5
In-body stabilisation No Yes · 7 EV
Film simulations 20 19
Viewfinder 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62× magnification 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62× magnification
Screen 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen, 1.62M dots 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots
Video 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2
Burst 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical
ISO range ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended)
Battery life 315 shots 750 shots
Weight 378 g 491 g
Dimensions 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8 mm 127.7 × 85.1 × 65.4 mm
Weather sealed No No
Card slots 1× SD UHS-I 1× SD UHS-II
Lens mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X

What is different

Fujifilm X-T30 III

  • launch price — $999
  • film simulations — 20
  • weight — 378 g

Fujifilm X-S20

  • in-body stabilisation — Yes · 7 EV
  • battery life — 750 shots

The Fujifilm X-T30 III and Fujifilm X-S20 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), lens mount (Fujifilm X).

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Which is newer, the X-T30 III or the X-S20?

The X-T30 III, from 2025. The X-S20 came out in 2023.

Which one is lighter?

The X-T30 III, by 113 g (378 g against 491 g).

Which one has in-body stabilization?

Only the X-S20. The X-T30 III relies on the lens instead.

Which one has more film simulations?

The X-T30 III, with 20 against 19.

Which one lasts longer on a charge?

The X-S20, rated at 750 shots against 315.

How far apart were the launch prices?

$300. The X-T30 III launched at $999 and the X-S20 at $1,299.

Which is better, the X-T30 III or the X-S20?

On measurable specs the X-T30 III leads, 4 wins against 2. That is a spec count, not a field test.

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