Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography vs Fujifilm X-T30 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography and Fujifilm X-T30 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography is manufacturered by Canon but Fujifilm X-T30 II is from Fujifilm. Both Canon and Fujifilm are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography were released 2005 and Fujifilm X-T30 II was released 2021. That is a 16 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 2005 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 2021 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography is a DSLR camera while Fujifilm X-T30 II is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-T30 II has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography has a 8,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-T30 II has 26 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
8,2 MP
8185344 pixels 3504 x 2336 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II has a 217 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Fujifilm X-T30 II has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography. Fujifilm X-T30 II has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 100-3200 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 160-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T30 II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-T30 II can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 5 |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Fujifilm X-T30 II. Sadly, the Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography weighs 770 gr (equal to 1.7 lb) which is 101% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 II and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | 770 gr 1.7 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 383 gr 0.84 lb |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography vs Fujifilm X-T30 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography and Fujifilm X-T30 II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Name | Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography | Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Manufacturer | Canon | Fujifilm |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Release Year | 2005 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2005-06-01 | 2021-09-02 |
MSRP | 1499 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 3504 x 2336 pixels | 6240 x 4160 pixels |
Megapixels | 8,2 MP | 26 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | X-Processor 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 160 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 425 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 1.8” | 3” |
Screen dots | 118000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9× (0.56× 35mm equiv.) | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 20D Astrophotography |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack BP-511A
|
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1000 shots | 380 shots |
Width | 144 mm | 118 mm |
Height | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Depth | 72 mm | 47 mm |
Weight | 770 gram | 383 gram |