Fujifilm X-S20 Review and Features Guide
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- Опубліковано 19 лип 2024
- Fujifilm X-S20 review, features guide, performance, burst rate, shutter, how the vlogging video features work, and testing the new autofocus improvements. Get the camera here: geni.us/rEpFAu
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📔 Table of Contents
00:00 - Intro and Welcome
01:33 - Disclaimer
02:00 - Camera Main Features and Ergonomic Changes
05:21 - Performance, Burst Rate, Files, and Shutter
07:32 - Image Quality and IBIS
09:31 - Sponsor Message
10:56 - New Autofocus Features
11:48 - Video Features
13:29 - Vlogging and How To Use Features
16:46 - Summary and Recommendations
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I love that fuji is recognizing you and all the amazing content you make!
It's about time!!!🎉🎉😊
NOTE: I said "X-S10" once or twice when I meant to say "X-S20". That's what happens when you edit all night (for two nights straight)! But any reference to new features I mention obviously has to do with the X-S20! Cheers! 👍
You also hold up the X-T5 a few times instead of the X-S20 … 🙂
Shame on you!!!!! ;)
we will wait for your review on the X app and software update .... hi and thank you from Melbourne Australia
@pal2tech Do you have more data for overheating like you do at 12:58?
Curious to see how 6k and 4K performs above 30 degrees Celsius. I’d love to not have to use the fan!
too much work, man! But, as always, your video is just perfect and in time!
If anyone in this universe could be trusted with a pre production Fujifilm… I can’t think of anyone more worthy than you Chris 😊
I'm surpirsed to see them follow in Canon's footsteps with older but great sensor and new latest processor. I love the photos that come out of the Xtrans 4. I hope they continue in this direction for affordability and awesome new features.
The X-S10/20 style grip should be standard on all Fujifilm cameras. X-T5 style buttons and the X-S10-like grip would be my dream!
This thing is such a beast. Fuji is killing it. Gotta get my hands on one of these as soon as possible. What the other manufacturers are offering at this price is a joke.
Absolutely Fuji is bang for the buck and I think Canon R8 also good choice in similar price range.
Yours is the first review I looked for - and the one I care about and value most! Thank you for all you do!
You have quickly become my go to fujifilm guy. Seeing your videos I've got xt5 and loving it. Thanks for the awesome content. Keep going.
Thanks for the awesome run through on this new camera! I’m sold. You made everything so clear 😊 Mega helpful video 👏👏👏
Nice, quick review, given you had such a short tine with the camera, Chris. Looking forward with HUGE interest on seeing how the new X-app works!!!
Thanks a lot for this quick review! I think you covered almost all the specs of the camera and with a lot of test in a really short period of time. This s-x20 looks really good for hybrid shooters and Fujifilm is targeting a new type of users like content creators who want to take an extra step for being more professional. With their work. I think this camera is really well balanced in between a x-t and a x-h model getting the best of both worlds in a cheaper and smaller body
Awesome. Still gonna rock my XS10 but I’m loving every single improvement. People are going to LOVE this thing.
Geez... incredible that you could put this kind of content out so quickly. Fantastic!
PS I love this camera.
Best review of this camera that I've seen! Thanks. Most reviews I've seen barely mention that it can take stills too.😀
Great job, especially considering the short time you had with the camera. Appreciate the time and effort you put into this.
Other than the camera, I'd like to mention I learned about Flexispot during your last sponsorship and got one with the Christmas discounts. It's one of the best purchases I've made, thanks for introducing them!
This looks like the perfect camera for me! It has all the things that I've been missing on my XT30, especially for video. Can't wait to get my hands on it.
Could you make a setup for beginners for the X-S20, similar to the one you did on the X-T5. The X-S20 will be my very first camera so I really have no idea where to start. This review was super informative and appreciated.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for this! I've been a Fuji user for years, reluctantly bought the X-S10, with it's adoption of the PASM dial. But, the X-S10 has won me over. With the X-S20's new vlog feature, I think I'm in love!
Thanks. The most in-depth review I've seen so far. I don't shoot video but I have had a TON of great photographs from the X-S10. With the improvements, I just may trade in my X-H2.
The SIZE of the X-S10/20 is my main attraction. When I have it in my hands, I just feel good. Holding the X-H2 for a while when waiting for birds to land on the feeder, and you notice the weight.
The X-S line packs a good punch anyway. This may be a game-changer for a lot of folks.
Thanks again. Heading out to pre-order now:)
Fab review as always! Thanks for your hard work!
Watching new cameras arrivals last years make me thing what a beast of a camera my xt-3 has been, from day 1 up to now.
This is brilliant!!! I love the effectivity and timing on this video!
Very well done. I just got my Fujifilm X-S20 camera, so very informative and for the first time I'm subscribing. Blessings!
Great job as always, Chris. Thank you.
One of your best videos. Congrats for getting on the Fuji pre-release list! Now one thing you didn't mention. Video crops? What video settings cause a crop to happen?
Definitely the fuji camera I was looking for (my needs/usage) . Tks for the video and thanks Fuji.
The best Fuji XS20 explanation video in my opinion... Thankssss!!!
Agree!
It's detailed, informative, and gets to the point without too much irrelevant talking.
This is how reviews should be.
Thanks @pal2tech, great quick view into the camera. I love that they really upgraded the auto focus and I love the small size. Do you know if they fixed the double click of the joystick to center the focus point?
Finally they released it! I've been waiting for 10bit for so long...
thank you so so much for a very informative review!!
Excellent review with no wasting time. Thank you!
Really excellent content. Informative, concise, to the point, and so enjoyable
Great first look, Chris. Hope that you could get another unit for a more detailed test.
I'm a X-S10 user and this one looks to solve all my biggest gripes with it - bigger battery (the X-S10 in Boost mode just CHEWS batteries, more than any other camera that I had), better AF (face / eye detect is unusable in X-S10 with more than one person in the frame, the focus spot goes nuts) and IBIS (still want to see if Fuji finally makes a better IBIS for video - for stills is great, but for videos it always "fight" with the start of a pan, specially a little one; is a behaviour that I saw even in the newest models).
A bit larger EVF and some more controls (and yes, a pressable dial) would be perfect, but are not deal breakers one.
Still want to see real world tests to see if I upgrade - after all, it is a sizeable price difference.
Thanks again!
Thanks for getting this review out so quickly! On another note, I hope that you are planning a a review of the new FUJIFILM XApp - sooner than later! I have been somewhat successful with it but am uncertain of the workflow - how it uploads to the "FujiFilm Network Service", if that really exists, and some other quirks - like my XT-3 shutting off during some parts of the process. Yes, I updated my camera before installing the app and yes, I am using the newest version of the app downloaded from the Apple app store. Thanks for all that you do to help someone like me struggling to learn my ridiculously versatile and complicated camera! 😁
I just loved its specifications!❤️
the new Fuji app WOOOOOOOORKS!!
As a canon user...it must be nice...
can barley use the app for 2 minutes before something goes wrong, can barley connect in the first place for that matter lol
Omg. Thats the real news!
Rejoice! 🎉🎉🎉
The app is the highlight for me!!
For now.
The camera looks great. adn great video demo by you , thanks
Brilliant content as usual. After watching your review, I think I will keep my X-S10 because there's insufficient improvements for me to upgrade.
You saved me!!! I bought an xs10 brand new because I didn't know if they were coming out with a new one and there was no news of it yet. So happy I saw this video before the return window was closed!! 😂😂 Thank you for the great review!
Really appreciate this review, especially given the chaos you went through. I've been waiting for a camera with proper video IBIS to upgrade from my x-t3, and this is the only video I've seen to even mention the new IBIS modes and show the menu. I wonder if they can/will add the new modes to the x-h2s in firmware, or did they make a hardware change for the x-s20?
Appreciate the review, I am in the market for a travel camera and I think this will fit the bill for me. I love street and landscape with just a little bit of video.
Great review as always
I was waiting to see you post about this body!
Strong contender, i’ll be looking at either this (X-S20) to be a secondary to my X-H1, or the X-H2 to be primary over the X-H1
Thanks Chris, it was awesome video. consideriing short time you had for testing. However, it would be nice if you could give us a deeper comparison between x-t5 and xs-20, maybe especially about image quality.
This is really great information, more than what was presented at the X Summit. I am eagerly awaiting the Xapp. Did notice Fuji commented to make sure to update your firmware in the camera BEFORE the Xapp, and sure enough, it is in their firmware page.
The XApp is out my guy.
Fantastic review, especially given the time constraint with the product. A lot to like here! I notice it does Blackmagic raw, too, like the other 5th gen cameras and for me, this is a compelling reason to replace my X-T4 here in the studio as a desk cam. That way my X-T4 can go dedicated photo-only mode! That also has the annoyance of the cables blocking the screen and right-angle cables have helped there. Would be nice to see someone come out with a combined micro-HDMI & usb-c mini "block" that seals the area (rip off those silly excuses for doors!) and routes the ports to the top or bottom!
Thank you very much for this review.
A huge feature that wasn't mentioned in this video that can be absolutely huge for some creators is the fact that you can record external BRAW or ProRes RAW from this camera. That's a big deal for this price range with that kind of capability. I'm really curious if that'll have any effect on record times for overheating as the camera isn't writing anything to a small SD card.
He did show that menu.
Hey did also mention raw output.
16:44
He did show raw output, that’s correct, I’m an idiot. Hearing more about BRAW and ProRes RAW, as they weren’t directly mentioned, would’ve been nice to hear more about, specifically for overheating times. But with the very limited time Chris had, totally understand not doing that, especially if he doesn’t have an Atomos on hand.
@@rachitbhengra4298 That’s referring to USB webcam output. It’s a different standard than HDMI raw output.
as always... extra precise and complete
As always nice content sir..likes from india to you and Fujifilm.
a true vlogger camera ... im sold
Awesome review! Great new camera-upgrade to the X-S10 Fujifilm
Great review Chris. Will you also do a video on the updated Fuji X-app?
Thanks. And yes, 100%
Great video Chris! This thing is a little beast!
Brandon!! Thanks man. As usual, I'm only 3 months behind on seeing my YT comments. LOL, great to have you here man and all the best to you! 🙏
Thanks for the great content. What lens would you pair with this for video,
Hi, I'm wondering if you can do a video explaining the different IBIS modes on the X-S20. That would be sweet. Thanks! Always good information from all your videos.
Thank you for your video, as always. New XApp is so much better than camera remote, finally!)
Amazing video Pal!!
What a fantastic little camera.
Another great review, even if you only had the camera for a short time! I've been using the X-T3 for almost a year and I think I'm ready for that second investment in a body to focus on vloggin' work. Hopefully you will have a chance soon to look at the new mobile app. I updated the firmware on the X-T3 and the app connected within seconds! Took a few photos and they were available for download to the camera, as advertised.
I'm pleasantly surprised in the functionality of the X-S20. I had my eyes on the X-H2S for a while, and realistically, that's probably still the one I want to go for, but that price difference is incredibly tempting.
At this point Pal2 bhai, you are as close to the official UA-cam representative of Fuji as we are likely to get, so we definitely can understand Fuji sending you this camera. Hopefully it'll end up in your kit some day, seems like the perfect camera for your channel work (or UA-cam channel work in general). It fixes all my personal niggles with the Fuji X-S10, particularly the 8-bit codecs, which got me to choose the X-T3 over the X-S10.
I hope Fujifilm provides a "L" shape charging cable to avoid it blocking the screen. Your reviews are so nice!! When it comes to Fujifilm camera I rush over to your channel.
Super video, looks like a super camera. Thanks for sharing.
Great review!
You rocked this tutorial 😮
Hope you can do more videos about this camera!
XS10 underrated, I bought when released and I love mine, such a great camera, the best budget camera I would say. XS20 follows the legacy, except price increase, which I think is a dealbreaker… I’m waiting to see (according to previous releases) the xpro4, I have faith. I’m 99% in photo rather than video. XS10 still good to me, but looking for a purist photo camera (like t5?) but seems the pro is more the style I’m looking for.
Looks like the perfect "entry level" GOAT camera in the APSC segment. Wow. Really nice.
Just pre-ordered mine. Thank you for such a detailed but simple enough review, especially for Fuji beginners like me. I can't wait to get my hands on my XS20
If you're a beginner you're going to love this little guy. For most of what I shoot, I prefer it over the big gun, the X-H2. Good luck!
@@grafixnetz exactly what i thought! even the XTs are just too big for my tiny hands lol
@@KristerAnne I have big hands but actually like the small x-s10/20. I barely notice that I've had it out so long. not so with the X-H1/2. And to think of what this little guy can do!!!!
@@grafixnetz can't agree more!
@@KristerAnne Went to the zoo today, which means the hardest test for the kind of photos I take there. Burst mode holds up nicely against the bigger X-H2. The battery lasts a tad longer in the X-S20 *because* it's not quite as powerful. The only reason I'd take the X-H2 is to get the seals. The extra megapixels will come in handy. otherwise, The X-S20 is more that I or anyone else really needs.
Great review! How does the autofocus compares to sonys and canons autofocus? Have always loved fujis cameras but the AF has left a lot wish for
Great review! Do you have a link to your overheating test spreadsheet? I’m in Indonesia so I’m really interested in this!
Hi, thanks for your detailed reviews, very helpful! This looks like a very compelling little camera; I am currently in the market for a second Fuji Body mostly for video. One thing that seems to be missing (compared to my X-T3) is the focus mode switch on the front, because I often change from AF-M to AF-C during video shooting. Have you found a way to toggle AF modes while rolling? Thanks!
So glad they launched this before I picked up an X-H2.
I have never upgraded my X-T3 (I'll never sell it) due to not wanting/needing a 40MP APS-C sensor. With all the new generation features, AF and processor, 26MP and great ergonomics, especially at the price it'll launch... I think this is looking like the sweet spot in the Fuji range and could be THE sleeper camera, period.
Gah, I'm buying one, aren't I? Take my money.
Focus priority is a boom feature
Definitely will be updating from my x-s10!
Very good video. Thanks a lot 🙏👍👍👍
Oh my... This sounds like a fun one!
This is a cool little camera. Fujifilm addressed the vlogger community with what appears to be some great features for that use. As an X-T3 user this could be a good next camera if I decide to do video as well as photography. Question: Does anyone make a right angle HDMI cable that won't extend as far out into the LCD when it's facing forward? I'm looking forward to some longer term use reviews of this camera. Could be a good one!
Nice improvements to the X-S10. Battery huge. Base ISO. New Processor. And more.. I wouldn’t mind trying out the grip. I really didn’t care for the X-S10s grip. Just didn’t fit my hand. But I think the new grip might. If I didn’t have my X-T5 I really would give the X-S20 a serious consideration. Weather sealing would have been nice.
Great video. as always! ;)
Great video review
Chris, I'm looking forward to your analysis on the real improvement in autofocus with the X-T5 firmware... What do you think? Do you think it is already worth exchanging my X-T2 for the new one? I confess I was quite frustrated that I couldn't use the new app with my camera.
As someone looking to upgrade from the X-T3 for video purposes, the X-S20 is kinda perfect. I wanted to go the X-H2s route but saving up is tough, and for what I shoot and how I shoot, the X-S20 might be a great way to save some money but not skimp on the video improvements. Fuji might have cannibalized themselves for those who don't want to spend Sony money for a good hybrid shooter. I don't do relay recording, I don't need internal RAW and the highest bitrate I ever care to use is 200 mbs, well within SD card capability.
I literally just left a comment on the same lines. I've never upgraded my X-T3 either but for so many reasons, this looks like the sweet spot and makes the X-H2 a waste of money for my needs. It's an awesome release.
be aware of the loss of weather sealing and dual slot, some reviewers say that it feels a bit plasticky.. I just switched to XT3 instead of the X-S10, but I don't see the reasons in going with the X-S20 while the XT4 exists
@@andreacristoforetti2061 The X-T4 has a 30 minute record limit, which is a nonstarter for an "upgrade". Coupled with the smaller grip, older processor, worse battery life, worse autofocus, lack of open gate mode as well as many video-centric features specific to the X-S20, and the X-T4 really makes no sense.
@Pepe Pupu I know. What I meant was I don't have a need for a CF Express slot found on the X-H2/X-H2s. I wouldn't take advantage of 720mbs 422 Pro Res, for example.
As an XH2s owner who selfishly expects all features to be on it, I really hope that I get the red record frame and maybe even the updated autofocus (with added touch tracking). Would be cool to see some more video assist features but maybe I'm asking too much.
Im sure they would on future firmware updates
I''m with you. I own an XH2s and I see too many features in this XS20 that do not exist in the XH2s. I don't think it's selfish to expect a brand new flagship camera to have the bells and whistles that a camera that's $1000 less and came out less than a year later has. I expect they will add some or all of these features via firmware rather than repeat the mistake they made with the XH1 when they released the XT3 soon after and it had better specs. The XH series can't take another hit like that.
I was planning to buy two more XH2s for three-camera long format interviews, but if the XS20 does unlimited 4K recording, I'll just buy two of those. If there's no recording limit on the XS20, for my needs, there would be no difference between the XS20 and the XH2s.
Really glad to see them innovating at a lower price point, but they can't leave customers of their flagship camera wondering what we paid an extra grand for. One of those "it's no longer the same camera you bought" old school Fuji firmware updates better be coming for the XH2s.
@@lenzyruffin yes. NO recording limit.
Yessssss. I also need the red recording frame so badly
All your videos are entertaining and very informative. I really liked this one too.
Up until this moment, I had planned to buy a used X-T4 for video shooting. The new plan is to get a new X-S20. :D
...if that's a good idea.
Perfect idea
Pal2Tech, your videos are the best because you are extremely entertaining, knowledgable, and easy to understand. My question to you is how come i cannot record 4K signals with my X-H2, x-H2s, and X-S10? There is not option in the menu system anymore to direct 4K signals to HDMI. Am I missing something?
Those AF updates are available via firmware update for XT5, H2, and H2S. I can tell you it is a noticeable improvement.
Hi , your insight on Fuji platform is amazing and engaging , I have a question, I have a XS10 and iam not a Vlogger but do u think I should elevate to the next level and buy XS20 , do the new features compliment 19:09
Chris, thanks for that vid, and congrats for joining to the initial testers club, if I can call it like that 🙂 I have a question to you and your audience also. Do you think X-S20 is a good option for beginning content creator or it is better to save a little bit more money and invest for example in X-H2S, which allow user to go a little bit more proffesional when gaining experience with photo and video. I think that FujiFilm packed X-S20 with so many great features, but it is still just a small, amateur and entry level camera. After 1 or 2 years Fuji will probably release X-S30 with stacked sensor and there will be again need for upgrade, but for example X-H2S can easily serve well for the next few years with great performace. I already own X-S10 and X-T3 and just want to know your opinion as professional user whether I should upgrade me X-S10 to X-S20 or go directly to X-H2s. Thanks
Thank you!
Any chances you might do user guides, settings tips etc. a bit like you've been doing for the X-T5 ? Covering the workflow and tips using that layout of controls instead of the X-T controls ?
I just ordered the ZV-E10 as camera for my beginner hobby but I guess, I’m gonna return it to get this XS20
This is an instant buy for me.
Do you know if you can save dedicated video settings on the custom modes C1/C2 etc? Similar to XH2/S
That we be sooooo helpful!
Very interesting! I love my X-S10 and was waiting to see what direction they'd take with the X-S20. Looks like there's a LOT to talk about in terms of specs compared to the X-S10 thanks to the new processor and battery. I also think it's good that they're leaning into the hybrid/content creator angle with this body as some of the other manufacturers are doing. The X-S10 established that the X-S line has different DNA than the X-T cameras, but there wasn't a ton about the 10 aside from the PASM dial to differentiate it from, say, an X-T30.
As a macro shooter... Insect detection?! INTERESTING.
The automatic deal breaker re: the T30 vs XS10 was IBIS.
Anyone focusing on video in a small package should the XS20 a significant improvement from its predecessor XS10. The battery and auto focus are a welcomed improvement. Personally I enjoy the ergonomics and menus on the XS10. I find the 4 custom menus makes the camera a very creative camera in the field. Love the improvements and looking to acquire a new XS as I lost the XS10 while traveling. The XS20 while more expensive is still a good value .
The reason that S20 doesn't have the 4KHQ mode is exactly like you said, the 26mp sensor, the 4K footage is by default oversampled and downsampled from 6.2K to 4K. It may even have slightly better DR than 4KHQ in X-T5 as T5 can't utilize the entire sensor for 4KHQ, not to mention less rolling shutter delay for S20 as well.
Even the price is impressive! ❤️
This thing sounds really good ! I hope the Sony a6700 comes out with a similar price or i am getting this. I can finally upgrade my a6300 and get usb c without going full frame!
Hi pal. U own the X-s10 and love it. I only shoot still and mainly city and landscape. Image quality is my priority. How is this compared to the original?
THANK YOU FOR INFO :)))