Fujifilm X-T4vs Lumix GH6vs Z30
Which should you buy?
Hybrid Shooters & Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-T4 (2020): The X-T series reached hybrid maturity with the X-T4 — IBIS, 4K/60p, and Fujifilm colour science in the most complete X-T package.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Travel & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
- You want a capable hybrid camera for both stills and video shooting
- You're considering a mirrorless upgrade from a DSLR
- Note: the X-T5 offers better resolution for stills — consider it if video is secondary
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
Z30 (2022)
- You create video content and want reliable Nikon colour science in a compact body
- You don't need a viewfinder and prioritise the vari-angle flip screen
- You're starting out with interchangeable lenses for content creation on a budget
Quick take: The fujifilm x-t4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the z30 is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-t4, lumix gh6 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-T4 (2020) | Lumix GH6 (2022) | Z30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £1,199 | £479 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 25.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, F-Log | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 6.5-stop IBIS | 7.5-stop IBIS | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical / 30fps electronic | 14fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | 600 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 607g body only | 739g body only | 405g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.6 × 92.8 × 63.8mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.5" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 100fps | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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