Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon Z6

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon Z6, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and Z6 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was introduced 3 years after the Z6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up against the Z6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Nikon Z6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II comes with physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon Z6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II against the Z6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Z6 is 82 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Z6.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 II having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will show more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 II should have an edge in sensor technology.