Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T3

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-T30 II were released 2021 and Fujifilm X-T3 was released 2018. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T30 II 2021
Fujifilm X-T3 2018

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T30 II has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-T3 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 II 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-T3 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-T30 II has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-T3 has 26 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T30 II 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160
Fujifilm X-T3 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 160 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T30 II 160-12800
Fujifilm X-T3 160-12800

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 II
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T3

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T30 II can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-T3 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T30 II 8
Fujifilm X-T3 20

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T3 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-T3 weighs 539 gr (equal to 1.19 lb) which is 41% heavier than Fujifilm X-T30 II and its 383 gr (or 0.84 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T30 II 383 gr
0.84 lb
Fujifilm X-T3 539 gr
1.19 lb

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm X-T3 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T3, 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 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Name Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm X-T3
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Release Year 2021 2018
Release Date 2021-09-02 2018-09-06
MSRP 899 USD 1499 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 6240 x 4160 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 26 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 4 X-Processor 4
Image
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
ISO Range 160 - 12800 160 - 12800
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 II
Fujifilm X-T3
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 425 425
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 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 1040000
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.) 1.125× (0.75× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 3690000
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Frames per second 8 fps 20 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 900 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 Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
H.265
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
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 ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2 LE)
Remote Control Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) Yes (via smartphone or cable release)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T30 II
Fujifilm X-T3
Enviromentally sealed Yes Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 380 shots 390 shots
Width 118 mm 133 mm
Height 83 mm 93 mm
Depth 47 mm 59 mm
Weight 383 gram 539 gram