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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Portability
71
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
Portability
82
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Introduced September 2018
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T2
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T4
Fujifilm X-T30 II
(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
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T30
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T3 versus Fujifilm X-T30 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was announced 4 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T30 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T3 grades versus the Fujifilm X-T30 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 Fujifilm X-T3 Fujifilm X-T30 II 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Fujifilm X-T3

 Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm X-T3 
AnnouncedSeptember 2021September 2018Fresher by 36 months

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II

 Fujifilm X-T3 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution1040k1040kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 has outside dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") and a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II has dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T3 versus Fujifilm X-T30 II 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 based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 versus the Fujifilm X-T30 II.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II is 71 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm X-T3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T30 II
82
manual focus
high resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW files
83
focusing manually
megapixel count high (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Street photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T30 II Street photography highlights
75
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
provides focus via touch
weather sealing
lack of image stabilization
79
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
provides touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T30 II Sports photography highlights
79
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
high resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
weather sealing
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
79
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
fast continuous shooting (30.0 fps)
megapixel count high (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
good battery pack (380 shots)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Travel photography advice
Fujifilm X-T30 II Travel photography advice
74
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
high resolution (26 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
80
good battery pack (380 shots)
connects via bluetooth
provides touch to focus
megapixel count high (26MP)
has built in flash
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography info
80
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
high resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
saves RAW files
weather sealing
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
81
focusing manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3")
megapixel count high (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (380 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging information
Fujifilm X-T30 II Vlogging information
34
touchscreen functionality
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
36
touchscreen functionality
offers face detect autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone port
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T30 II
 Fujifilm X-T3Fujifilm X-T30 II
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm X-T3 Fujifilm X-T30 II
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-09-06 2021-09-02
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor X-Processor 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 26 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 6240 x 4160
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 51200
Minimum native ISO 160 160
RAW pictures
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 425 425
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Available lenses 54 62
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.62x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 900 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 20.0fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 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
Max video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 539 grams (1.19 lb) 383 grams (0.84 lb)
Dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 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 390 images 380 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NP-W126S
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported)
Storage slots Dual One
Retail cost $1,500 $900