Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Launched September 2017
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced September 2021
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T30

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 5 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T30 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-T30 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-E3 | Fujifilm X-T30 II |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Fujifilm X-E3
Fujifilm X-T30 II | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Announced | September 2021 | ![]() | September 2017 | Fresher by 48 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-E3 | Fujifilm X-T30 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 has got exterior measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T30 II has sizing of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the Fujifilm X-T30 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II is 85 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T30 II to result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E3 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Fujifilm X-T30 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-09-07 | 2021-09-02 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 26MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 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 | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 54 | 62 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 900s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 30.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 380 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $700 | $900 |