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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4

Portability
82
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Fujifilm X-T4 front
Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
92
Overall
79

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Announced September 2021
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Released February 2020
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T3
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T5
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was manufactured 19 months later than the Fujifilm X-T4 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades vs the Fujifilm X-T4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Fujifilm X-T4

 Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm X-T4 
ReleasedSeptember 2021February 2020Fresher by 19 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 Fujifilm X-T4 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1620k1040kSharper screen (+580k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4

 Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm X-T4 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II features exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T4 has specifications of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the Fujifilm X-T4.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4 is 82 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T4 Portrait photography highlights
83
has manual focus
great sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
82
focusing manually
fantastic MP (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-T4 as a Street photography camera
79
tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
comes with focus by touch
does not have image stabilization
74
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
has focus by touch
environment proof
more heavy than competitors (607 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Sports photography factors
Fujifilm X-T4 Sports photography factors
79
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (30.0 frames/s)
great sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
great battery pack (380 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
85
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
fantastic MP (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
environment proof
good battery (500 CIPA)
has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Travel photography advice
Fujifilm X-T4 Travel photography advice
80
great battery pack (380 CIPA)
has bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
great sensor resolution (26MP)
flash built-in
screen isn't selfie friendly
75
good battery (500 shots)
environment proof
supports bluetooth
has focus by touch
fantastic MP (26 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
more heavy than competitors (607 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography info
Fujifilm X-T4 Landscape photography info
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
great sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
great battery pack (380 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
85
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
fantastic MP (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
environment proof
good battery (500 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Vlogging features
Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging features
36
touchscreen capability
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
75
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has microphone support
more heavy than competitors (607g)
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T4
 Fujifilm X-T30 IIFujifilm X-T4
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm X-T4
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2021-09-02 2020-02-24
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS X-Trans CMOS 4
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 26MP 26MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6240 x 4160 6240 x 4160
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 51200
Minimum native ISO 160 160
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO 80 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 425 425
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Total lenses 62 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,620 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 3,690 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.75x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 900 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 30.0fps 15.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 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 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383 gr (0.84 lb) 607 gr (1.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 380 photographs 500 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 Two
Retail cost $900 $1,700