Fujifilm X-T30 Detailed Review

In additional X-T30 was introduced by Fujifilm in February 2019. It belongs to the Mirrorless Cameras category.

Fujifilm is well-known and shouldn’t require further introduction, please see our manufacturer’s page for more digital cameras by Fujifilm.

The X-T30 has a APS-C CMOS X-TRANS IV sensor with size of 24 x 16 mm² (0.93″ x 0.61″).

Picture of X-T30’s sensor compared to popular format.

The 1-Euro coin has a diameter of 23.25mm.

The X-T30’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 26 megapixel. The resolution is far above average and will easily be sufficient for years to come. Photos with this resolution can easily be printed in A2 size or larger, even if unwanted parts of the photo have to be cropped.

The Fujifilm supports taking images in RAW. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computer, using software like Adobe Lightroom or Fujifilm’s RAW converter. This involves one extra processing step but almost always results in superior image quality. Some filters, like converting to monochrome (black and white) will only yield decent results when used with RAW images.

The X-T30 features a mechanism for automatic sensor cleaning.

The X-T30 uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 2.36 megapixel, an excellent value for a viewfinder like this which makes the camera a joy to use.

The magnifcation is c. 0.62x, an above average value for an electronic viewfinder.

The X-T30’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 30s.

The X-T30’s sensitivity is from 200 ISO and 12800 ISO.

Also, Fujifilm’s sensitivity can be boosted to 51200. Therefore, ISO boosting will lead to growth noise.

The X-T30 supports all general exposure modes.

The Fujifilm allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The X-T30’s auto focus processor uses 425 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. when panning the camera).

Manual focus is also possible with the Fujifilm, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom.

The X-T30 has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 5m (17 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion.

The X-T30 display has a diagonal of 76.00mm (3.0 inches.) and a resolution 1.04 megapixel.

The camera display is intended for selfies or other occasion.

Display parameters:

X-T30 video supported the resolution with 3840 x 2160 pixel.

Also the camera is equipped with an external microphone.

Fujifilm X-T30 Video parameters:

The X-T30 has Wi-fi connection. You can transfer photos to a mobile or laptop using wi-fi.

For photo transferring users may use Bluetooth option.

Eventually, if the wifi connection is disabled the wired connection may be used.

Connect the Fujifilm to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Fujifilm connects to your PC over USB 2.0. Given the high resolution that the camera supports, USB 3.0 would have been a nice addition.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Fujifilm X-T30 has a NP-W126S LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 380 shots. It`s enough for one day or more.

The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway.

The X-T30’s battery battery parameters:

The Fujifilm X-T30’s size is 118.4 x 82.8 x 46.8mm³. (4.7″ x 3.3″ x 1.8″). That dimensions are without lens. The weight of camera is 4.7″ x 3.3″ x 1.8″ grams (383 oz.) without lens weight.

Here is front and top view of the X-T30:

For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image.