Why the Fujifilm XS20 Stands Out (Even With Its Quirks)

[@brianbach5096]

I picked up the X-S20 just last week to start learning photography/videography and I have been loving it so much. No regret at all, can’t wait to bring it to my first trip to Japan next year. Until then, practice practice practice 😂

[@Iamtongue]

That's the spirit dude. Enjoy the new camera!

[@brianbach5096]

@@Iamtongue thank you good sir 🫡

[@maggiem1323]

Thank you Thomas❤ I can't believe you came back to the X-S20. I've followed and looked at all small hybrids from all camera companies, and the X-S20 while not perfect, is the King of the Hill. The video capabilities also puts many FF to shame.

[@colinhoward2200]

I adore this camera :D I have done X-S10 -> XT-4 -> X-T5 back to the X-S20. It is the best camera I have ever had, and can't put it down. That tells you everything you need to know :D

[@BenjoC8632]

Just got back from several days in Los Angeles, documenting with my XS20. Absolutely AMAZING travel-friendly little camera!

[@charliejg]

Ha! Thomas does some crazy stuff!! I love his storytelling too! That portrait of the woman at 4:02 is killer..... This is the camera I keep thinking about for when/if I need/want to replace my X-T3. I remember when the XS-10 came out. I held it and thought it felt really small. But, now that I've had the X-T3 for several years I'll have to give that body another try. Thanks for the info, have a rockin' weekend!

[@Iamtongue]

Ya coming from the XT3 may feel that way. But that all goes away in about a week. Have a good weekend Charlie.

[@JerredZ]

Nice job man. I am using it this weekend for the first time!

[@JASONJAMESMARTIN]

I love this camera. I have a canon r6. But I find i use this so much more. It's just so small and has most features that top end cameras have. It just fits with daily use.

[@johnarnaiz6085]

Bought XS20 because of you haha. Going 5 months And I love it! Still I want the retro style of xt5 but for the price XS20 is so worth it.

[@wilfs1196]

Enjoyed the video as a 1st time viewer. Retired Hobby photographer.I travelled in Europe with my XS20 & a 18-135 Fuji lens. I had no focus issues, as my shots were all stills during my walkabout in Southern France & Barcelona. Going to Southern Portugal in 2025 with it and my recently purchased Fuji 27 mm f2.8 R WR lens. The XT-4 will be left in my hotel as a back-up should I need it. Might even bring the 23 mm 1.4 LM WR R lens.

[@loco46m]

I am so close to trading it away because of Fuji having autofocus firmware issues. I don't want to trade this. It's a beast.

[@YOUAREMYKIN]

Nice one ☝️! Those Typoch 28mm photos look dreamy ✨📸🙌 And are you reviewing Viltrox’ 35mm 1.7? Am thinking of getting it, it the new Ttartisan 35mm mark II 🤔

[@ofthenearfuture]

I've had the X-S10 for about two years now, my first Fuji and first mirrorless camera, and I really love it. Coming from Nikon DSLR's, mirrorless has been a real game changer for me and my enjoyment of photography. But that said, the X-S20 really does improve on all the small things that aren't so great on the X-S10, even if they aren't currently deal beakers for me. I will probably pick up a used X-S20 in another year or two if I can find a deal, or maybe the X-S30 if that ever comes out haha

[@patrykedwardryncarz4407]

I considered this camera heavily, but the X-T5 became my camera 📸 still, X-S20 is fire 🔥

[@Iamtongue]

XT5 still good. I prefer the xs20 though

[@ducko1988]

@@Iamtongue can you expand on why my good man?

[@Princeton_James]

This was on track to be one of my favorite cameras until i looked. Back and 20% of my shots were OOF. I bought the a6700 and would recommend that over the XS20.

[@Iamtongue]

Hahah dude the AF is trash compared to the sony a6700. I have a comparison video coming soon and it's so embarrassing how Fuji keeps saying their AF is good. It's no where close.

[@fractalcore7691]

I wanted to buy the X-S20, because on paper it would be perfect for me. However, I tried two bodies and both had horrible coil whine (constant high frequency noise). I could hear it from several meters away and got a headache from using the viewfinder because of this constant sinus noise in my head and it probably would have been picked up in video. It is very unfortunate as it would have been the perfect upgrade for me except for the much more expensive X-H2s (which hopefully doesn't have coil whine) ☹. Most people won't hear it or won't care, but those with sensitive hearing should be aware of this issue. Apart from this, it is a fantastic and versatile hybrid camera (except for the usual autofocus deficiencies).

[@bilderic563]

Hello I fell in love with the x-s20 and it's really good, light and powerful camera. Just a question about the limits of this camera for photos of foliage given the particularity of the X-trans sensor. I have trouble taking photos of foliage, branches, trees, especially thorny ones: the green details appear as "mixed" indistinctly. We can't distinguish the details of the leaves, thorns Have you noticed this too? Do you have a way to photograph foliage, trees, branches with the fuji/x-trans? Thank you in advance Best regards

[@71co0k]

Tong how would it do for action sports still photography?

[@Iamtongue]

I don't shoot sport, but my hitrate on my fujifilm xs20 with tracking humans was 60%. Not good compared to sony's 90%

[@aprilgonzales159]

can you use this camera for professional work? like studio shoot (products with models) for people who's trying to start their career? or better go for a6700??

[@snowhite1qazse4]

I wish it has WR... So i can use it on winter and summer with extreme humidity / condensation.

[@thefreshprinceofgreenhills]

What do you recommend between XS20 and XT5 for a dude that is coming back from almost a decade of hiatus

[@Iamtongue]

I'm an XS20 guy all the way. 40 mp is nice but could take up too much storage, that gets annoying real fast

[@thefreshprinceofgreenhills]

@ thanks man appreciate this! Subscriber all the way from Philippines

[@tornadocapoeira]

This is updated xt4 what u think?

[@lexwashington6992]

The xs20 looks like a good upgrade from the xs10. Should I get the xs20 or the xm5?

[@Iamtongue]

The xs20. Not really a fan of how small that camera is.

[@jesters16]

I have the X-S10 I actually enjoyed the camera, but I have been considering selling my Fuji gear and going full Canon since I also have Canon R6 mark II. The AF is night and day Canon AF is clearly superior to Fuji. A Canon crop sensor camera like the R7. Since Sigma is currently making RF-S lenses I can get the same lenses I use with Fuji. The AF on Fuji is an issue

[@Iamtongue]

I have to take a look at canon. I'm not a fan of them because of their cripple hammer ways. I know they just started allowing brands to make third party lenses again. But so far it's been the apsc line. I haven't seen much full frame third party options.

[@jesters16]

@ Since I only use Canon lenses for full frame. The biggest cripple hammer for me is Fujifilm AF coming back from a personal event with about 40% of my pictures with a soft or missed focus was not good

[@Iamtongue]

@@jesters16 Ya that shit is terrible. I guess AF trumps cripple hammer xD

[@johnnyr-518]

Only thing that would have been nice to have is a weather sealing. a6700 has for almost the same weight and price point.

[@petesyoutube]

Are we 1 firmware update away from much improved autofocus? Seems xm5 already has better autofocus and xh2s update has greatly improved autofocus? Not perfect but back up to par perhaps? How long before they fix xs20 firmware or will they ever?

[@Hofology]

@@petesyoutube I heard they would roll out firmware for the rest of the effected models by end of year so still hold out hope 🤞

[@Sleepyboiwonder]

Someone told me the dials are not customizable…

[@ducko1988]

Thanks tong When do you think we’ll see the xt6 and what are your hopes for it? Might be worth it’s own video my bro

[@Iamtongue]

Ya probably not for another 2-3 years maybe. I just want better autofocusing tracking. They need to revamp that entire autofocusing because its not as good as teh competitors. Fujifilm has lost alot of peoples trust because of their fake scarcity market strategy, and poor firmware updates.

[@ducko1988]

@ I’d agree my good man

[@vm628]

Which lenses do you recommend? I am thinking sigma 18-50 2.8 and probably a secondary prime lens for food video graphy. I am looking to buy soon it would be helpful which one you recommend the best lenses are!

[@pics_by_fritz]

Love the Sigma 18-50 on my X-S20, I’ve had excellent results with this lens, and since it is relatively compact it has also worked well for travel. I have the Sigma 10-18 too and am impressed with that wider option as well, but the 18-50 is my go-to choice more often than not. I think these two Sigma options really suit this camera in their size, quality, and outright performance.

[@vm628]

@ thank you so much!

[@bilderic563]

Hello I fell in love with the x-s20 and it's really good, light and powerful camera. Just a question about the limits of this camera for photos of foliage given the particularity of the X-trans sensor. I have trouble taking photos of foliage, branches, trees, especially thorny ones: the green details appear as "mixed" indistinctly. We can't distinguish the details of the leaves, thorns Have you noticed this too? Do you have a way to photograph foliage, trees, branches with the fuji/x-trans? Thank you in advance Best regards