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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30

Portability
82
Imaging
73
Features
88
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Samsung NX30 front
Portability
75
Imaging
63
Features
85
Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise 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  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30
Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Older Model is Samsung NX20
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Overview

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and NX30 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-T30 II was launched 7 years later than the NX30 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up versus the NX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T30 II NX30 
AnnouncedSeptember 2021January 2014Fresher by 94 months
Display resolution1040k1036kClearer display (+4k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 NX30 Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T30 II NX30 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II provides physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II compared to the NX30.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and NX30 is 82 and 75 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and NX30.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-T30 II to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Portrait photography information
Samsung NX30 Portrait photography information
83
you can focus manually
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
77
you can focus manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-T30 II
Street photography with Samsung NX30
79
tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
offers focus by touch
does not have image stabilization
75
fully articulated screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
includes touch to focus
above average ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Sports photography highlights
Samsung NX30 Sports photography highlights
80
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (30.0 fps)
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
great battery pack (380 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
73
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Travel photography details
Samsung NX30 Travel photography details
80
great battery pack (380 CIPA)
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have a selfie friendly display
74
includes touch to focus
good resolution (20MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX30 Landscape photography highlights
81
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
great battery pack (380 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
71
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good resolution (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Vlogging factors
Samsung NX30 Vlogging factors
37
touchscreen enabled
has face detection autofocus
good video quality (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
75
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
includes face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has external mic socket
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Samsung NX30
 Fujifilm X-T30 IISamsung NX30
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm X-T30 II Samsung NX30
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2021-09-02 2014-01-03
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - DRIMeIV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6240 x 4160 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 425 247
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 62 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,036 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.66x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 900 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 30.0 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383g (0.84 lbs) 375g (0.83 lbs)
Physical dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 77
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1014
Other
Battery life 380 photos 360 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP1410
Self timer Yes Yes (2 - 30 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD, SDHC, SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $900 $699