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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III

Portability
82
Imaging
71
Features
84
Overall
76
Fujifilm X-T30 front
 
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III front
Portability
67
Imaging
62
Features
96
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Launched February 2019
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T20
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30 II
Olympus E-M1 III
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
  • Announced February 2020
  • Superseded the Olympus E-M1 II
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and E-M1 III (20MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was revealed 12 months prior to the E-M1 III so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up vs the E-M1 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Olympus E-M1 III

 Fujifilm X-T30 E-M1 III 
Display resolution1040k1037kSharper display (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Fujifilm X-T30

 E-M1 III Fujifilm X-T30 
AnnouncedFebruary 2020February 2019Fresher by 12 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Olympus E-M1 III

 Fujifilm X-T30 E-M1 III 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display dimension3"3"Identical display sizing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 features outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1 III has specifications of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 against the E-M1 III.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-M1 III is 82 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 and E-M1 III.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 will provide extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T30 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Portrait photography advice
Olympus E-M1 III Portrait photography advice
82
you can focus manually
high MP (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
77
manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Street photography advice
Olympus E-M1 III Street photography advice
79
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
no image stabilization
78
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
has touch focus
weather proofing
above average high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Sports photography factors
Olympus E-M1 III Sports photography factors
79
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
high max frames per second (20.0 frames per second)
high MP (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
good battery pack (380 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
81
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
fast continuous shooting (60.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20MP)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proofing
has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Travel photography details
Olympus E-M1 III Travel photography details
80
good battery pack (380 per charge)
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
high MP (26MP)
built-in flash
does not contain selfie friendly screen
79
weather proofing
has bluetooth
has touch focus
resolution is good (20MP)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T30
Landscape photography with Olympus E-M1 III
81
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
high MP (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (380 shots)
no image stabilization
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (20MP)
decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
does not have low pass filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 Vlogging features
Olympus E-M1 III Vlogging features
36
touchscreen capability
includes face detection focusing
good video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes external mic jack
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
79
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic socket
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Olympus E-M1 III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 and Olympus E-M1 III
 Fujifilm X-T30Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Olympus
Model type Fujifilm X-T30 Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2019-02-14 2020-02-11
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor 4 TruePic IX
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.4 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 226.2mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 5184 x 3888
Highest native ISO 12800 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 200
RAW files
Min enhanced ISO 80 64
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 425 121
Cross type focus points - 121
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.74x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/32000s
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames per second 60.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 4096x2160
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 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383g (0.84 lbs) 580g (1.28 lbs)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 380 photos 420 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BLH-1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot)
Card slots 1 Dual
Pricing at release $899 $1,800