Canon R8 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

On this page, we are comparing the Canon R8 versus Fujifilm X-T30 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) is fairly close but the R8 (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The R8 was introduced 18 months later than the Fujifilm X-T30 II making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the R8 grades against the Fujifilm X-T30 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R8 and Fujifilm X-T30 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon R8 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T30 II has sizing of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

See the Canon R8 versus Fujifilm X-T30 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the R8 compared to the Fujifilm X-T30 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R8 and Fujifilm X-T30 II is 71 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R8 and Fujifilm X-T30 II.

As you can see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R8 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger R8 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.