Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Canon EOS 30D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Canon EOS 30D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS 30D is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 were released 2012 and Canon EOS 30D was released 2006. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 2012 |
Canon EOS 30D | 2006 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 30D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS 30D has a "Canon 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 ** |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 30D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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
Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 30D has 8,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Canon EOS 30D |
8,2 MP
8185344 pixels 3504 x 2336 |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a 95 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 30D. 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-Pro1 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 30D. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Canon EOS 30D has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 200-6400 |
Canon EOS 30D | 100-3200 |
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-Pro1
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 30D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 30D can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 6 |
Canon EOS 30D | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-Pro1. Unfortunately Canon EOS 30D does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 30D weighs 784 gr (equal to 1.73 lb) which is 74% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Canon EOS 30D | 784 gr 1.73 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Canon EOS 30D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Canon EOS 30D, 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-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Name | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Canon EOS 30D |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Release Year | 2012 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2012-01-09 | 2006-02-21 |
MSRP | N/A | 1499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 3504 x 2336 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 8,2 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Pro | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
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-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Single Continuous LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | N/A | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 2,5” |
Screen dots | 1230000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT color LCD monitor | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.) | 0.9× (0.56× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | No |
Yes (N3 connector) with TC-80N3 remote controller
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 |
Canon EOS 30D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
|
BP-511A
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 300 shots | 750 shots |
Width | 140 mm | 144 mm |
Height | 82 mm | 106 mm |
Depth | 43 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 450 gram | 784 gram |