• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 720.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 40.2 megapixels
  • ISO 125 - 12,800

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Differences

Fujifilm HS30EXR advantages over Fujifilm X-T5

  • Less expensive
    $500 vs $1700 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Fujifilm X-T5 advantages over Fujifilm HS30EXR

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.04 vs 1.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Shoot 4K video
    No vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    63 mm vs 126 mm
    Thinner
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 460k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    40.2 vs 16.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Longer exposure
    3600 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/180000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter

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The Competition

Compared to Canon SX30 IS

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Canon SX30 IS
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $440
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Fujifilm X-T5
Canon SX30 IS
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $440
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS20EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm HS20EXR
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $289
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS25EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm HS25EXR
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $279
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash

Compared to Fujifilm HS50EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm HS50EXR
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $339
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compared to Fujifilm HS35EXR

Fujifilm HS30EXR
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $468
  • 1/2 inch
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slow-motion videos
Fujifilm X-T5
Fujifilm HS35EXR
  • $1700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $778
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
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