Fujifilm X20

923 reviews

May, 2024

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memory (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 923 reviews of Fujifilm X20. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the image quality and design. The portability and usability are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the memory and battery, while there are mixed views on the energy efficiency and shutter.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Fujifilm X20 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Fujifilm X20

alaTest has collected and analyzed 104 user reviews of Fujifilm X20 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the durability and design. The portability and performance also get good views. Some have doubts about the battery, and there are some mixed views about the glare.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Fujifilm X20

alaTest has collected and analyzed 166 user reviews of Fujifilm X20 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the design and image quality. The portability and usability also get good comments. There are some mixed comments about the energy efficiency, while there are some critical comments about the shutter and battery.

performance, usability, portability, image quality, design

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98% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Fujifilm X20

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of Fujifilm X20 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. Views about the size and viewfinder are on the whole positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably. Views are divided on the image quality.

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92% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Fujifilm X20

The Fujifilm X20 premium compact camera is a great choice for those who demand an optical viewfinder, but it can't keep up with the Sony DSC-RX100 in low light.

Large optical viewfinder. Manual zoom design. Sharp images. Fast, 4x zoom lens. Lots of physical controls. Fast burst shooting. 1-centimeter macro mode. Hot shoe.

Pricey. A little bulky. Rear LCD could be sharper.

The rear LCD itself is 2.8 inches in size, but only boasts a 460k-dot resolution. It's quite bright, so you won't have any problem using it on a bright day—you can always switch to the optical viewfinder under harsh, direct sunlight. But the LCD isn't...

Jun, 2013

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Fujifilm X20 finds its niche

It's a compact camera predominantly designed around the experience of taking photos. Why not?

A new sensor lets the ; deliver better photo quality than its predecessor, and tweaks to the design improve the shooting experience significantly.

The lens-twist-to-turn-on is getting old fast, and the feature set provides just the basics. Plus the video quality disappoints.

The Fujifiilm X20 is a great choice for people looking for a well-designed photographer's camera, but the basic feature set and disappointing video might not be for everyone.

May, 2013

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Fujifilm X20 ( Black)

But while the X20's image quality is much better than the X10's, it's still only about the same as its competitors'. On the other hand, enhancements to the design and interface, including a settings overlay in the viewfinder and a quick control panel,...

A new sensor lets the Fujifilm X20 deliver better photo quality than its predecessor, and tweaks to the design improve the shooting experience significantly.

The lens-twist-to-turn-on is getting old fast, and the feature set provides just the basics. Plus the video quality disappoints.

The Fujifiilm X20 is a great choice for people looking for a well-designed photographer's camera, but the basic feature set and disappointing video might not be for everyone.

May, 2013

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Expert review by : Jeff Keller , Andrew Westlake (dpreview.com)

Fujifilm X20 Review

The enthusiast compact sector has undergone a distinct revival in recent years, with every major manufacturer now producing a model or two that offers full manual control and Raw recording, aimed as a second camera for enthusiasts who usually carry an...

Very good photo quality; noticeably sharper than X10 Fast, 28-112mm equiv. F2.0-2.8 zoom lens with manual zoom ring Solid build quality with retro design Large optical viewfinder offers exposure data and focus point overlay Wide selection of manual...

Tends to smudge fine details (even at ISO 100) Clips highlights at default DR setting (though no worse than its peers) Optical viewfinder doesn't live up to its potential (no composition grid, grid lines); lens can be seen through viewfinder at...

The Fujifilm X20 takes what made the X10 that came before it a hit - namely its well-built, retro-styled body, fast lens, and full suite of manual controls - and adds an improved sensor and AF system. The result is a camera that is generally a pleasure...

Apr, 2013

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Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)

Fujifilm X20 Review

The Fuji X20 is a powerful digicam that gives complete control to the photographer. Its performance and image quality rival that of an entry-level dSLR as does its price tag. Read more in our Full Conclusion.

SR+ Auto produces bright, vivid images withe the camera doing all the work ; New digital information inside the Optical Viewfinder ; Excellent low-light capabilities with f/2.0-2.8 lens ; Great image quality in all shooting modes ; Lens shift image...

Only 85% coverage from OVF ; Lens is visible from OVF ; No dedicated video recording button ; Bottom Line ; The Fuji X20 is a powerful digicam that gives complete control to the photographer. Its performance and image quality rival that of an...

The Fuji X20 is a powerful digicam that gives complete control to the photographer. Its performance and image quality rival that of an entry-level dSLR as does its price tag. Read more in our

Apr, 2013

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Expert review by : Tom Halfhill (maximumpc.com)

Fujifilm X20 Review

Why buy a compact digital camera these days when every smartphone and tablet has a built-in camera? Amateurs and even some professionals are making impressive pictures with phonecams. Phones are almost always handy, and downloadable apps make them...

Jun, 2013

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Expert review by : Derrick Story (techhive.com)

Feed your creativity with the Fujifilm X20 compact camera

Even though it has plenty of “auto everything” modes, the more you know about photography, the more you can get out of the Fujifilm X20.

Beautifully machined camera that feels durable and precise ; Excellent image quality ; Fast f/2-2.8 zoom lens ; Full complement of manual controls and custom settings ; Excellent creative options to craft a variety of different looks ; High quality...

Buffer can be slow to purge creating short delays in viewing pictures ; Low battery warning doesn't really provide much warning ; 460K dot LCD should have more resolution for a camera in this class ; Image noise begins to appear above ISO 800 ; No...

If you’re a street shooter, set the X20 to B&W mode and marvel at how it quietly captures activity without drawing attention to itself. Even though it has plenty of “auto everything” modes, the more you know about photography, the more you can get out...

Jun, 2013

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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Fujifilm X20 Review

The Fujifilm X20 is an advanced compact camera that offers a retro design, new 12 megapixel 2/3-type X-Trans CMOS II sensor with built-in Phase Detection pixels and no low-pass filter, a 4x, 28-112mm, f/2.0-2.8 zoom lens with a manual zoom ring,...

At first glance the new Fujifilm X20 looks virtually identical to the original X10, but it includes so many improvements under the hood, particularly to its operational speed, auto and manual focusing systems, optical viewfinder and image quality, that...

Mar, 2013

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Expert review by : Mike Tomkins (imaging-resource.com)

Fujifilm X20 Review

Fujifilm evidently feels the need -- the need for speed. The company claims its new X20 -- a gorgeous marriage of retro rugged good looks, advanced technology and affordability -- delivers "the world's fastest autofocus speed in its class," clocking in...

Availability. The Fujifilm X20 will ship in March 2013 at the price of US$599.95, and comes in black or two-tone silver and black.

Jan, 2013

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Expert review by : Ken McMahon (cameralabs.com)

Fujifilm X20

The Fujifilm X20 is an advanced compact with a 28-112mm equivalent zoom and a larger sensor than a typical point-and shoot camera. Launched in June 2013, it replaces the Fujifilm X10 with an upgraded sensor that may have the same 12 Megapixel...

2/3 inch X-Trans sensor ; Fast hybrid AF with on-sensor phase detect points ; Advanced optical viewfinder with LCD overlay ; 360 degree Motion Panorama mode ; Focus peaking

Poor video performance ; 85% optical viewfinder coverage ; No Wifi

The Fujifilm X20 is a major upgrade to the X10, with a brand new 12 Megapixel X-trans sensor and EXR II processor providing improved image quality and low light performance as well as new shooting modes, 1080p60 video and faster continuous shooting....

Oct, 2013

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