Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro

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

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-T30 were released 2019 and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro was released 2007. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T30 2019
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 2007

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T30 is a Mirrorless camera while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 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 Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 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 **
Fujifilm X-T30 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 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

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 6 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
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 6 MP
12121088 pixels
4256 x 2848

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 114 % larger resolution than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. 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 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. Fujifilm X-T30 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T30 160-12800
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 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-T30
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro

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 Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T30 30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 3

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-T30. Unfortunately Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 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.

Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro weighs 920 gr (equal to 2.03 lb) which is 140% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T30 383 gr
0.84 lb
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro 920 gr
2.03 lb

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro, 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
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Name Fujifilm X-T30 Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Release Year 2019 2007
Release Date 2019-02-14 2007-07-13
MSRP 899 USD N/A
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS CCD
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 4256 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 6 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 4
Image
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
ISO Range 160 - 12800 100 - 3200
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-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 425 N/A
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

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-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Articulated LCD Tilting N/A
Screen size 3” 2.5”
Screen dots 1040000 230000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Frames per second 30 fps 3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 5 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Video recording Yes No
Video format MPEG4
H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)
No
Remote Control Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) Yes (Optional)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
Lithium-Ion Battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 380 shots N/A
Width 118 mm 147 mm
Height 83 mm 113 mm
Depth 47 mm 74 mm
Weight 383 gram 920 gram