Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon D850
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon D850. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T30 II is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D850 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T30 II were released 2021 and Nikon D850 was released 2017. 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 II | 2021 |
Nikon D850 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-T30 II is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D850 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T30 II has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D850 has a "Nikon FX"-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 |
Nikon D850 | 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 II has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D850 has 46 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 |
Nikon D850 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon D850 has a 75 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-T30 II. 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
Nikon D850 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T30 II. Nikon D850 has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T30 II has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 160-12800 |
Nikon D850 | 64-25600 |
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 Nikon D850
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 Nikon D850 can shoot up to 9 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-T30 II | 8 |
Nikon D850 | 9 |
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 Nikon D850 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.
Nikon D850 weighs 1005 gr (equal to 2.22 lb) which is 162% 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 |
Nikon D850 | 1005 gr 2.22 lb |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon D850 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon D850, 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 |
Nikon D850 |
Name | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Nikon D850 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2021-09-02 | 2017-07-25 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 3299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED 5 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 64 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 14 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
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 | 151 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F 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 |
FX (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 II |
Nikon D850 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 2359000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.75× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 9 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 Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC XQD |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
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 + NFC + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired remote or smartphone) | Yes (wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T30 II |
Nikon D850 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & Charger
|
EN-EL15a lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 1840 shots |
Width | 118 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 124 mm |
Depth | 47 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 383 gram | 1005 gram |