Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Released September 2021
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced April 2014
- New Model is Sony A7S II
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The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Sony A7S, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-T30 II was released 7 years after the A7S which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up against the A7S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Sony A7S
| Fujifilm X-T30 II | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2021 |  | April 2014 | Newer by 91 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
| A7S | Fujifilm X-T30 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 1040k | Crisper screen (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Sony A7S
| Fujifilm X-T30 II | A7S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II provides external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Sony A7S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II compared to the A7S.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and A7S is 82 and 77 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and A7S.
As you can see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A7S Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T30 II | Sony Alpha A7S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Sony Alpha A7S |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Released | 2021-09-02 | 2014-04-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 409600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 62 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.71x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 900 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
| Microphone 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) | 489g (1.08 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 87 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.9 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 3702 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 photos | 360 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $900 | $1,998 |