Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II
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![Fujifilm X-T30 II front Fujifilm X-T30 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-T30-II/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-front.jpg)
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75 Features
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- 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- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Announced October 2019
- Succeeded the Sony A9
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was released 24 months after the A9 II which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades vs the A9 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 II & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Sony A9 II
Fujifilm X-T30 II | A9 II | |||
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Announced | September 2021 | ![]() | October 2019 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
A9 II | Fujifilm X-T30 II | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Sony A9 II
Fujifilm X-T30 II | A9 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II enjoys outer 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 Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and the A9 II.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II size comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and A9 II is 82 and 62 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and A9 II.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Sony-Alpha-A9-Mark-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 II | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-09-02 | 2019-10-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 62 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,686k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 678g (1.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 690 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Launch cost | $900 | $4,498 |