Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Introduced February 2019
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T20
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-M1 was released 6 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-T30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 & Fujifilm X-T30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-M1 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Fujifilm X-M1
Fujifilm X-T30 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2013 | Fresher by 65 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-M1 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T30 has proportions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 compared to the Fujifilm X-T30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30 is 87 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T30 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-09-17 | 2019-02-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | X-Processor 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 26MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6240 x 4160 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 54 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 380 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $899 |