Fujifilm X-T30 vs Canon EOS Rebel T8i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 and Canon EOS Rebel T8i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T30 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS Rebel T8i is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T30 were released 2019 and Canon EOS Rebel T8i was released 2020. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm X-T30 | 2019 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 2020 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-T30 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel T8i is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T30 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T8i 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-T30 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 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-T30 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T8i has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm X-T30 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm X-T30 has a 8 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T8i. 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
Canon EOS Rebel T8i has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T30. Canon EOS Rebel T8i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T30 has 160 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm X-T30 | 160-12800 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 100-25600 |
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-T30
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T8i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T30 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T8i can shoot up to 7,5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm X-T30 | 30 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 7,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T30 and Canon EOS Rebel T8i 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.
Canon EOS Rebel T8i weighs 515 gr (equal to 1.14 lb) which is 34% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm X-T30 | 383 gr 0.84 lb |
| Canon EOS Rebel T8i | 515 gr 1.14 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Canon EOS Rebel T8i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Canon EOS Rebel T8i, 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-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Name | Fujifilm X-T30 | Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Release Year | 2019 | 2020 |
| Release Date | 2019-02-14 | 2020-02-12 |
| MSRP | 899 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Megapixels | 26 MP | 24 MP |
| Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
| 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-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| 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 | 45 |
| 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-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Screen size | 3” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
| Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Frames per second | 30 fps | 7,5 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | 4 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| 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 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
| Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Canon EOS Rebel T8i |
| Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
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LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 800 shots |
| Width | 118 mm | 131 mm |
| Height | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Depth | 47 mm | 76 mm |
| Weight | 383 gram | 515 gram |