X-T30 IIvs Leica SL3vs OM System TG-7
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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Which should you buy?
Street & Portrait Photography — X-T30 II (2021): Flagship sensor at a mid-range price — the rare camera that makes you want to go out and shoot.
Professional & Luxury Hybrid Shooters — Leica SL3 (2024): Leica's most capable mirrorless — 60MP, 30fps burst, 8K ProRes, and 7.5-stop IBIS with L-mount's growing lens ecosystem.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Who should buy what
X-T30 II (2021)
- You want excellent Fujifilm image quality in a smaller, lighter body
- You shoot primarily stills and don't need IBIS or complex video features
- You want to stretch your budget without compromising on image quality
Leica SL3 (2024)
- You want Leica image quality with the convenience of autofocus and interchangeable lenses
- You shoot portraits, commercial, or editorial and want the best Leica system camera
- You plan to use Leica M lenses via adapter alongside native SL glass
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Quick take: The leica sl3 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the leica sl3, om system tg-7 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 II (2021) | Leica SL3 (2024) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £6,499 | £449 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 60.0MP | 12.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, Apple ProRes | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7.5-stop IBIS | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic | 20fps |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 410 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 875g body only | 253g |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 146.0 × 104.0 × 42.0mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.78" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica L-mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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