Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony a1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony a1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T30 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a1 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T30 were released 2019 and Sony a1 was released 2021. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 2019 |
Sony a1 | 2021 |
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 Sony a1 has a "Sony Full Frame"-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 |
Sony a1 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 Sony a1 has 50 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 |
Sony a1 |
50 MP
49766400 pixels 8640 x 5760 |
Sony a1 has a 92 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-T30. 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
Sony a1 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T30. Sony a1 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm X-T30 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 160-12800 |
Sony a1 | 100-32000 |
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 Sony a1
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 Sony a1 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 30 |
Sony a1 | 30 |
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 Sony a1 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.
Sony a1 weighs 737 gr (equal to 1.62 lb) which is 92% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 383 gr 0.84 lb |
Sony a1 | 737 gr 1.62 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony a1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony a1, 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 |
Sony a1 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony a1 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2019-02-14 | 2021-01-26 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 6499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 8640 x 5760 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 50 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | Dual Bionz XR |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
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 | 759 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1440000 |
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.) | 0.9× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 9437184 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Frames per second | 30 fps | 30 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
H.264 H.265 XF-AVC XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2) |
Yes Built-In 802.11ac (Dual Band) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (via Bluetooth or tethered PC) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a1 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 530 shots |
Width | 118 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 47 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 383 gram | 737 gram |