X-T30 IIvs Nikon D7500vs A6400
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.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
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
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
Quick take: The x-t30 ii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 ii is the most affordable; only the nikon d7500 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 II (2021) | Nikon D7500 (2017) | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £899 | £899 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.9MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 8fps mechanical | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 640g body only | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
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