Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30
85 Imaging
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76 Overall
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82 Imaging
69 Features
84 Overall
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Announced February 2015
- Refreshed by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Launched February 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T20
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The M3 was revealed 5 years before the Fujifilm X-T30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the M3 scores against the Fujifilm X-T30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Fujifilm X-T30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm X-T30
M3 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Canon M3
Fujifilm X-T30 | M3 | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | February 2015 | Newer by 48 months |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30
M3 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M3 offers external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T30 has proportions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M3 and the Fujifilm X-T30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 is 85 and 82 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and Fujifilm X-T30.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-T30 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged M3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2019-02-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | X-Processor 4 |
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 | 24MP | 26MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6240 x 4160 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.2 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 366 grams (0.81 lbs) | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $481 | $899 |