Fujifilm X-T20 vs X70: full comparison
The X-T20 leads on more headline specs, but the X70 counters on a lighter 340g body.
Also searched as XT20 vs X70, and in the other order as X70 vs XT20.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T20 and Fujifilm X70 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-T and the X70. The X-T20 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2017. At launch the X-T20 was 899 USD and the X70 699 USD, making the X70 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T20 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video, and a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder, with a few smaller wins on top of that.
The X70 isn't far behind. It hits back with a lighter 340g body.
So which one? If you want 24.3 MP of resolution, get the X-T20. If a lighter 340g body is closer to what you actually need, the X70 is the smarter buy. And the X70 costs less — 699 USD at launch.
Where the X-T20 wins
- +24.3 MP of resolution
- +4K/30p video
- +a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder
- +350-shot battery life
Where the X70 wins
- +a lighter 340g body
Who should buy the X-T20 or X70?
Buy the X-T20 if…
Pick the X-T20 if 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video matters to you. 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.
Buy the X70 if…
Pick the X70 if a lighter 340g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 699 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X70 handling. Read the full X70 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T20 vs X70: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T20 review and X70 review.
X-T20 vs X70: full specs
| Spec |  X-T202017 · $899 |  X702016 · $699 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2017 | 2016 |
| Launch price | 899 USD | 699 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans III | X-Trans II |
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–12800 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 325 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 30p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | None |
| LCD | 3" tilt touch | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 383g | 340g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-95 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 330 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 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-T20 review and the Fujifilm X70 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.