Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony a7C
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony a7C. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T30 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7C is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T30 were released 2019 and Sony a7C 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 |
Sony a7C | 2020 |
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 a7C 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 a7C | 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 a7C 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 |
Sony a7C |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Fujifilm X-T30 has a 8 % larger resolution than Sony a7C. 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 a7C has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T30. Sony a7C has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-T30 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 160-12800 |
Sony a7C | 100-51200 |
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 a7C
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 a7C can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 30 |
Sony a7C | 10 |
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 a7C 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 a7C weighs 509 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 33% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 383 gr 0.84 lb |
Sony a7C | 509 gr 1.12 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony a7C Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony a7C, 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 a7C |
Name | Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony a7C |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
Release Year | 2019 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2019-02-14 | 2020-09-15 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | BIONZ X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
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 | 693 |
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 a7C |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 921600 |
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.) | 0.59x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
Frames per second | 30 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 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 | Yes |
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 a7C |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
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 |
Sony a7C |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
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) + Bluetooth + NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony a7C |
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 | 740 shots |
Width | 118 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 71 mm |
Depth | 47 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 383 gram | 509 gram |