Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30
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![Fujifilm X-T1 front Fujifilm X-T1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-T1/Fujifilm-X-T1-front.jpg)
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70 Features
84 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Launched April 2014
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Released June 2022
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z30 (21MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 9 years prior to the Z30 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up versus the Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 & Nikon Z30. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Nikon Z30
Fujifilm X-T1 | Z30 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Fujifilm X-T1
Z30 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Released | June 2022 | ![]() | April 2014 | Fresher by 99 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z30
Fujifilm X-T1 | Z30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 has got exterior measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z30 has specifications of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the Z30.
![Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 size comparison Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T1-vs-Nikon-Z30-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z30 is 79 and 79 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T1-vs-Nikon-Z30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z30.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon Z30 to produce extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-T1-vs-Nikon-Z30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T1-vs-Nikon-Z30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z30 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z30 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-04-14 | 2022-06-29 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 21MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5568 x 3712 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 209 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Number of lenses | 54 | 35 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 440 grams (0.97 lbs) | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") |
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 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,300 | $650 |