Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Olympus E-M1 II

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Olympus E-M1 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and E-M1 II (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and E-M1 II (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was released 5 years later than the E-M1 II and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores vs the E-M1 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II & Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery & Olympus E-M1 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II offers external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1 II has sizing of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Olympus E-M1 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II against the E-M1 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and E-M1 II is 82 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and E-M1 II.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 II featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.