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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Nikon Z30 front
Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(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
  • Announced September 2017
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon Z30
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
  • Announced June 2022
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the Z30 (21MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was unveiled 5 years before the Z30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the Z30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm X-E3 Z30 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 Z30 Fujifilm X-E3 
AnnouncedJune 2022September 2017Newer by 58 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm X-E3 Z30 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Screen sizing3"3.00"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution1040k1040kIdentical screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides external measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon Z30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the Z30.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Z30 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Z30.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm X-E3 to resolve greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Portrait photography with Nikon Z30
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
82
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (21MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography information
Nikon Z30 Street photography information
72
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
offers focus by touch
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
75
fully articulated screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
has touch to focus
weather proofing
good high ISO (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (405g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography information
Nikon Z30 Sports photography information
75
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
76
decent sensor resolution (21 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography info
Nikon Z30 Travel photography info
77
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
megapixel count good (24MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
78
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
has touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (21 megapixels)
selfie friendly display
more heavy than competition (405g)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography details
Nikon Z30 Landscape photography details
79
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
80
manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inch)
decent sensor resolution (21MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon Z30 as a Vlogging camera
37
touch screen
supports face detect focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic socket
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
74
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone jack
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (405 grams)
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon Z30
 Fujifilm X-E3Nikon Z30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Nikon Z30
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2017-09-07 2022-06-29
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 21MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 5568 x 3712
Max native ISO 12800 51200
Max boosted ISO 51200 204800
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 325 209
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Total lenses 54 35
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.00 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames per second 11.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 grams (0.74 lb) 405 grams (0.89 lb)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images 330 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL25
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $700 $650