FUJIFILM X-T20 Mirrorless Camera Body, Black {24.3MP}

Fujifilm X-T20: 24.3MP APS-C body with X-Trans color science

The X-T20 pairs a 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor with Fujifilm's X-Processor Pro2 to deliver image quality well above what this body's size suggests. The sensor's unique non-Bayer filter pattern handles fine detail and color rendition in a way that's particularly evident in skin tones and foliage, and the full suite of Film Simulations, Provia, Velvia, Astia, Classic Chrome, ACROS, and more, means shooting JPEG straight out of camera is a legitimate workflow, not a compromise. ACROS in particular, with its optional yellow, red, and green digital filters, produces monochrome files with gradation and shadow depth that photographers chasing a darkroom look will recognize immediately.

The AF system covers 325 points with 169 phase-detect points spread across a wide portion of the frame, a substantial step up from the 77-point contrast-only system in earlier X-Trans II bodies. Continuous shooting runs to 8 fps with the mechanical shutter, and 1/32000 sec is available via the electronic shutter for working wide open in bright light without ND filtration. The 3-inch tilting touchscreen with 1,040,000 dots lets you tap to reposition the AF point, including while recording video, and the 2,360,000-dot electronic viewfinder gives 100% coverage. The body weighs 383g, so it disappears into a bag or on a strap without complaint. For photographers already in the Fujifilm X mount ecosystem, this is a second body that punches at a level the price doesn't necessarily imply.

Who It's For

Travel and street photographers get a 383g body with a tilting touchscreen for low-angle tap-to-focus work and a silent 1/32000 sec electronic shutter for discretion. Portrait shooters benefit from face and eye detection AF paired with Film Simulations like Pro Neg Hi and ACROS that are tuned for skin and high-contrast monochrome. Landscape photographers can pull RAW files at ISO 100 (extended) for maximum dynamic range flexibility in post, with timelapse recording built in for long-duration work. New Fujifilm X mount shooters get full access to the XF and XC lens catalog on a body that supports the same five continuous AF presets found on Fujifilm's higher-end flagships.

Key Features

• 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III sensor with X-Processor Pro2
• 325 AF points with 169 phase-detect points across frame
• 8.0 fps mechanical shutter, 14.0 fps electronic shutter up to 1/32000 sec
• Full Film Simulation suite including ACROS with optional color filters
• 3-inch tilting touchscreen with AF point tap-to-reposition
• 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder at 100% coverage
• 4K UHD video at 29.97p and 1080p at 59.94p
• ISO 100-51,200 with native range 200-12,800

FAQ

How does the X-T20's AF system compare to earlier X-Trans II bodies?

The X-T20 has 325 AF points with 169 phase-detect points spread across the frame, a substantial jump from the 77-point contrast-only system in earlier models like the XT10. Phase-detect points are embedded across a much larger portion of the imaging area, making continuous AF tracking more confident, especially with capable lenses.

Can you shoot RAW files in all of the X-T20's shooting modes?

No. When using bracketing modes for ISO, Film Simulation, Dynamic Range, or White Balance, the camera switches to JPEG-only recording. RAW files are available in standard single-shot modes and continuous shooting, but not while those specific bracketing modes are active.

What's the battery life for video recording?

A single NP-W126S charge will record approximately six 10-minute clips of 4K at 25fps before the battery depletes. You'll see the overheat warning during the fifth clip, but the body typically remains warm, not hot. Budget around an hour of total 4K footage per charge with the camera's 10-minute clip limit.

Does the touchscreen work for menu navigation?

The touchscreen handles AF point repositioning and focus pulling during video, but it does not navigate menus or settings. You'll use the rear dial and cross-keys for menu work, which feels like a missed opportunity given the presence of the hardware.

How does the X-T20 handle continuous autofocus during burst shooting?

Continuous AF works at both the mechanical shutter's top speed of 8fps and the electronic shutter's 14fps, but viewfinder lag increases at these speeds, making it harder to track erratic action. For live feedback while tracking subjects, drop to 5fps mode instead.

What's the difference between the X-T20 and XT2 in terms of autofocus?

The XT2 offers 5 customizable AF profiles versus the XT20's 5 presets you can't modify. Both share the same 325-point AF array, but the XT2 has a higher 0.77x viewfinder magnification (the XT20 is 0.62x) and a faster 1/8000 mechanical shutter with 1/250 flash sync, compared to the XT20's 1/4000 and 1/180.

Can you use Wi-Fi to download RAW files from the X-T20?

No, the Camera Remote app transfers JPEG files only, at either 3MP or original size. If you need RAW files, use a card reader or connect via USB.