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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20

Portability
89
Imaging
59
Features
65
Overall
61
Canon EOS M front
 
Fujifilm X-S20 front
Portability
72
Imaging
74
Features
92
Overall
81

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Key Specs

Canon M
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
  • Announced July 2012
Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 6240 x 4160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 491g - 127 x 85 x 65mm
  • Introduced May 2023
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-S10
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Overview

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon M versus Fujifilm X-S20, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the M (18MP) and X-S20 (26MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M was unveiled 11 years prior to the X-S20 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-S20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M grades versus the X-S20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-S20

 M X-S20 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S20 over the Canon M

 X-S20 M 
IntroducedMay 2023July 2012Newer by 131 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1840k1040kClearer display (+800k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-S20

 M X-S20 
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display sizing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M has got exterior measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-S20 has sizing of 127mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") having a weight of 491 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the M against the X-S20.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M and X-S20 is 89 and 72 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 top view buttons comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M and X-S20.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-S20 to give you extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 sensor size comparison

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-S20 as a Portrait photography camera
75
manual focus
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
84
has manual focus
megapixel count amazing (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon M Street photography details
Fujifilm X-S20 Street photography details
72
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
provides focus via touch
fixed screen
no image stabilization
75
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
more heavy than competition (491 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon M
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-S20
54
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with phase detect AF
max fps low (4.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (230 shots)
87
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count amazing (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
better than average battery pack (750 CIPA)
supports phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon M
Travel photography with Fujifilm X-S20
63
provides focus via touch
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
no Timelapse recording
terrible battery pack (230 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
77
better than average battery pack (750 CIPA)
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
megapixel count amazing (26 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
more heavy than competition (491 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M Landscape photography information
Fujifilm X-S20 Landscape photography information
65
manual focus
change lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count decent (18MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (230 CIPA)
no Timelapse recording
86
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count amazing (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (750 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon M
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-S20
37
touch screen
offers face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
77
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (6240 x 4160 pixels)
comes with microphone support
more heavy than competition (491g)
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-S20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M and Fujifilm X-S20
 Canon EOS MFujifilm X-S20
General Information
Make Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS M Fujifilm X-S20
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2012-07-23 2023-05-24
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 5 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixels 26 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5184 x 3456 6240 x 4160
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 51200
Min native ISO 100 160
RAW format
Min enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 31 425
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF-M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 23 86
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display sizing 3 inch 3.00 inch
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 1,840k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 900 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 7.00 m (at ISO 200)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) 6240 x 4160 @30p, 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 720 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 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2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 360 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 50 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 6240x4160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 298g (0.66 lbs) 491g (1.08 lbs)
Dimensions 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") 127 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.1 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.2 not tested
DXO Low light rating 827 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 shots 750 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E12 NP-W235
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $510 $1,299