Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-T30

On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-T30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E1 was brought out 7 years before the Fujifilm X-T30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores against the Fujifilm X-T30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-T30. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got exterior measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T30 has dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the Fujifilm X-T30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-T30 is 85 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Fujifilm X-T30.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-T30 to render extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind in sensor tech.