Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-T30

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E4 and Fujifilm X-T30. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E4 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-T30 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.

** 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-E4 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-T30 has 26 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 160 to 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 Fujifilm X-E4
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T30

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E4 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-T30 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-E4 and Fujifilm X-T30 can shoot movies.

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.

Fujifilm X-T30 weighs 383 gr (equal to 0.84 lb) which is 5% heavier than Fujifilm X-E4 and its 364 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Fujifilm X-T30 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E4 and Fujifilm X-T30, 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	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Name	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Release Year	2021	2019
Release Date	2021-01-27	2019-02-14
MSRP	849 USD	899 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS	BSI-CMOS
Resolution	6240 x 4160 pixels	6240 x 4160 pixels
Megapixels	26 MP	26 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor 4	X-Processor 4
Image	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
ISO Range	160 - 12800	160 - 12800
White Balance Presets	7	7
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	425	425
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses	Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	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	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	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Tilting
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1620000	1040000
Touch screen	Yes	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	2360000	2360000
Photography features	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Frames per second	20 fps	30 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	4 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	5 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone)	Yes (via wired remote or smartphone)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-E4	Fujifilm X-T30
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	380 shots	380 shots
Width	121 mm	118 mm
Height	73 mm	83 mm
Depth	33 mm	47 mm
Weight	364 gram	383 gram