Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Launched February 2019
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T20
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced October 2017
- Succeeded the Sony A7R II
- New Model is Sony A7R IV
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) posses totally different sensor size.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm X-T30 was launched 16 months later than the A7R III which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up against the A7R III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Sony A7R III
Fujifilm X-T30 | A7R III | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | October 2017 | Fresher by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Fujifilm X-T30
A7R III | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony A7R III
Fujifilm X-T30 | A7R III | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 offers physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the A7R III.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and A7R III is 82 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 and A7R III.
To sum up, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T30 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R III will give greater detail utilizing its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A7R III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony Alpha A7R III | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony Alpha A7R III |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-02-14 | 2017-10-25 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X-Processor 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 42 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lbs) | 657g (1.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3523 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photographs | 650 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one) |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Cost at launch | $899 | $2,800 |