X-T30 IIvs Nikon Zfvs Nikon Zfc
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.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
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 Zf (2023)
- You want full-frame quality in a compact, beautiful camera you'll genuinely love carrying
- You appreciate analogue-inspired design alongside modern digital performance
- You shoot street, travel, or lifestyle and want a camera that feels special to use
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
- You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
- You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package
Quick take: The x-t30 ii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 ii is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 II (2021) | Nikon Zf (2023) | Nikon Zfc (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £1,699 | £799 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.5MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 710g with battery | 445g body only |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single UHS-I SD |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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