Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm X-M1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 and Fujifilm X-M1. 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-T30 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-M1 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

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-M1 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-T30 has a 62 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-M1. 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 X-M1. Fujifilm X-T30 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-M1 has 200 to 6400.

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 X-M1

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 X-M1 can shoot up to 5,6 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-T30 and Fujifilm X-M1 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 16% heavier than Fujifilm X-M1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Fujifilm X-M1, 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 X-M1
Name	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Release Year	2019	2013
Release Date	2019-02-14	2013-06-25
MSRP	899 USD	699 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	6240 x 4160 pixels	4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels	26 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor 4	EXR Processor II
Image	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
ISO Range	160 - 12800	200 - 6400
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 X-M1
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) Multi Area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection
Focus Points	425	49
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-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Tilting
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	920000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	2360000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Frames per second	30 fps	5,6 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	7 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Spot Average
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)	Yes Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt
Remote Control	Yes (via wired remote or smartphone)	Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T30	Fujifilm X-M1
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger	NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	380 shots	350 shots
Width	118 mm	117 mm
Height	83 mm	67 mm
Depth	47 mm	39 mm
Weight	383 gram	330 gram