• APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 45.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Fujifilm X-T30 advantages over Canon R5

  • Less expensive
    $900 vs $3799
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    46 mm vs 88 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    383g vs 738g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Canon R5 advantages over Fujifilm X-T30

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.39 vs 3.77 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More telephoto lens reach
    105 mm vs 68 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.76x vs 0.62x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    45.0 vs 26.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos

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Review Excerpt

  • Same great image quality as the X-T3; Excellent high ISO performance for an APS-C camera; Improved hybrid AF system with full image area coverage; Fast AF speeds; 4K video up to 30p; Compact design; Great value.

  • Slightly higher noise levels than predecessor; No in-body image stabilization; Single card slot; No dedicated headphone jack; No weather sealing.

  • Read our Fujifilm X-T30 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life

Compare Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm X-T200

Canon R5
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon R5 vs Fujifilm X-T200

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon Z7 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5
Nikon Z7 II
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Compared to Sony A1

Fujifilm X-T30
Sony A1
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $5498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony A1

Canon R5
Sony A1
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • NFC

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Compared to Nikon Z fc

Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon Z fc
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $957
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer

Compare Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon Z fc

Canon R5
Nikon Z fc
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $957
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

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Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm X-T30 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Canon R5
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash

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