Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony ZV-E1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony ZV-E1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T30 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony ZV-E1 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T30 were released 2019 and Sony ZV-E1 was released 2023. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 2019 |
Sony ZV-E1 | 2023 |
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 ZV-E1 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 ZV-E1 | 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 ZV-E1 has 12 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 ZV-E1 |
12 MP
12007680 pixels 4240 x 2832 |
Fujifilm X-T30 has a 116 % larger resolution than Sony ZV-E1. 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 ZV-E1 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T30. Sony ZV-E1 has an ISO range that stretches from 80 to 102400 while Fujifilm X-T30 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 160-12800 |
Sony ZV-E1 | 80-102400 |
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 ZV-E1
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 ZV-E1 can shoot up to 1 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 30 |
Sony ZV-E1 | 1 |
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 ZV-E1 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 ZV-E1 weighs 483 gr (equal to 1.06 lb) which is 26% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-T30 | 383 gr 0.84 lb |
Sony ZV-E1 | 483 gr 1.06 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 and Sony ZV-E1, 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 ZV-E1 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T30 | Sony ZV-E1 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2023 |
Release Date | 2019-02-14 | 2023-03-29 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 2199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
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 | 4240 x 2832 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 12 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | BIONZ XR |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 80 - 102400 |
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 ZV-E1 |
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 ZV-E1 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1036800 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
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 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
Frames per second | 30 fps | 1 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 ZV-E1 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
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 ZV-E1 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
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) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (wireless or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T30 |
Sony ZV-E1 |
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 | 570 shots |
Width | 118 mm | 121 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Depth | 47 mm | 54 mm |
Weight | 383 gram | 483 gram |