Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon Z30

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and Z30 (21MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was manufactured 9 years prior to the Z30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up against the Z30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon Z30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the Z30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and Z30 is 87 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Z30.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon Z30 to produce more detail due to its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-M1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.