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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Portability
85
Imaging
65
Features
76
Overall
69
Canon EOS M3 front
 
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
Portability
82
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Key Specs

Canon M3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Successor is Canon M6
Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Introduced September 2021
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T30
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M3 was manufactured 7 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T30 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M3 grades vs the Fujifilm X-T30 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 M3 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Canon M3

 Fujifilm X-T30 II M3 
IntroducedSeptember 2021February 2015Fresher by 80 months

Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II

 M3 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display sizing
Display resolution1040k1040kIdentical display resolution
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 has got external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T30 II has measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M3 against the Fujifilm X-T30 II.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II is 85 and 82 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II top view buttons comparison

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T30 II to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older M3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II sensor size comparison

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M3 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm X-T30 II Portrait photography features
79
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect focus
delivers RAW files
83
has manual focus
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon M3
Street photography with Fujifilm X-T30 II
79
tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
includes focus by touch
lack of image stabilization
79
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon M3 Sports photography info
Fujifilm X-T30 II Sports photography info
61
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.2 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery life (250 CIPA)
79
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (30.0 frames per second)
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features tracking focus
better than average battery (380 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Canon M3 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T30 II Travel photography highlights
73
includes focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
screen is selfie friendly
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (250 shots)
80
better than average battery (380 shots)
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
flash built-in
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M3 Landscape photography features
Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography features
67
manual focus
change lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery life (250 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
81
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
saves RAW formats
better than average battery (380 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon M3 Vlogging details
Fujifilm X-T30 II Vlogging details
80
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
features face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has mic support
lack of image stabilization
36
screen is touchscreen
features face detect focusing
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have mic jack
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II
 Canon EOS M3Fujifilm X-T30 II
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS M3 Fujifilm X-T30 II
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2015-02-06 2021-09-02
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 6 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 26MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 6240 x 4160
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest boosted ISO 25600 51200
Lowest native ISO 100 160
RAW images
Lowest boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 49 425
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF-M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 23 62
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 900 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 4.2fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) 5.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 4096x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 366 gr (0.81 lbs) 383 gr (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 All around rating 72 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.8 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.8 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1169 not tested
Other
Battery life 250 images 380 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E17 NP-W126S
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported)
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $481 $900