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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30

Portability
71
Imaging
69
Features
88
Overall
76
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Nikon Z30 front
Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Announced September 2018
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T4
Nikon Z30
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z30, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and Z30 (21MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was announced 4 years earlier than the Z30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T3 scores vs the Z30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm X-T3 Z30 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Fujifilm X-T3

 Z30 Fujifilm X-T3 
ReleasedJune 2022September 2018Newer by 46 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z30

 Fujifilm X-T3 Z30 
Manual focus More exact focus
Display size3"3.00"Same display dimensions
Display resolution1040k1040kExact same display resolution
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 has exterior measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") having a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon Z30 has dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 vs the Z30.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T3 and Z30 is 71 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Z30.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-T3 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon Z30 as a Portrait photography camera
81
you can focus manually
amazing resolution (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
82
you can focus manually
good megapixels (21 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 as a Street photography camera
Nikon Z30 as a Street photography camera
75
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
75
screen can move to multiple angles
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
has touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (405 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Sports photography with Nikon Z30
78
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
high max fps (20.0 frames/s)
amazing resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
76
good megapixels (21MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Travel photography with Nikon Z30
74
environment proof
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
amazing resolution (26 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
78
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
has touch focus
good megapixels (21MP)
selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition in class (405 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography info
Nikon Z30 Landscape photography info
79
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
amazing resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
exports RAW formats
environment proof
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
80
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inch)
good megapixels (21 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging factors
Nikon Z30 Vlogging factors
34
touchscreen
includes face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have mic support
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
74
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
offers face detection focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has external mic socket
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (405 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z30
 Fujifilm X-T3Nikon Z30
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-T3 Nikon Z30
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2018-09-06 2022-06-29
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 21MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 5568 x 3712
Max native ISO 12800 51200
Max enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 425 209
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Number of lenses 54 35
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3" 3.00"
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 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 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 539 gr (1.19 pounds) 405 gr (0.89 pounds)
Physical dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 390 photographs 330 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL25
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Card slots Two One
Pricing at release $1,500 $650