Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z50
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced February 2019
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T20
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019
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Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Nikon Z50, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and Z50 (21MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm X-T30 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the Z50 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up versus the Z50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 & Nikon Z50. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Nikon Z50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Nikon Z50
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Z50 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Fujifilm X-T30
| Z50 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | October 2019 |  | February 2019 | More modern by 7 months |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Nikon Z50
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Z50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z50 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Nikon Z50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 and the Z50.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and Z50 is 82 and 74 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Z50.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-T30 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z50 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Nikon Z50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Nikon Z50 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2019-02-14 | 2019-10-10 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | X-Processor 4 | Expeed 6 |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 26 megapixel | 21 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 5568 x 3712 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | 209 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Total lenses | 54 | 15 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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 PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) | 397 grams (0.88 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 320 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | EN-EL25 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $899 | $857 |
