Fujifilm X-T1 vs X-T20: full comparison
The X-T20 leads on more headline specs, but the X-T1 counters on weather sealing.
Also searched as XT1 vs XT20, and in the other order as XT20 vs XT1.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T1 and Fujifilm X-T20 are both Fujifilm X-T bodies. The X-T20 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2017. At launch the X-T1 was 1,299 USD and the X-T20 899 USD, making the X-T20 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you weather sealing.
The X-T20 isn't far behind. It hits back with 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video, and a lighter 383g body.
So which one? If you want weather sealing, get the X-T1. If 24.3 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X-T20 is the smarter buy. And the X-T20 costs less — 899 USD at launch.
Where the X-T1 wins
- +weather sealing
Where the X-T20 wins
- +24.3 MP of resolution
- +4K/30p video
- +a lighter 383g body
Who should buy the X-T1 or X-T20?
Buy the X-T1 if…
Pick the X-T1 if weather sealing matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-T20 if…
Pick the X-T20 if 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 899 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T20 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T1 vs X-T20: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T1 review and X-T20 review.
X-T1 vs X-T20: full specs
| Spec |  X-T12014 · $1,299 |  X-T202017 · $899 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Launch price | 1,299 USD | 899 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 24.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans II | X-Trans III |
| Processor | EXR Processor II | X-Processor Pro |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 77 | 325 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 60p | 4K 30p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" tilt | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | Yes | No |
| Weight | 440g | 383g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-II | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 350 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 4 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-T1 review and the Fujifilm X-T20 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.