Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon 1 J5

Following is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and 1 J5 (1") come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was revealed 6 years after the 1 J5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up versus the 1 J5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon 1 J5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II has got 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 Nikon 1 J5 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon 1 J5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II compared to the 1 J5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 J5 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 J5.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 II with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will deliver extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.