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X-T30 II vs X100T
Quick take: The X-T30 II has the highest resolution at 26MP; the X100T is the most affordable.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
X-T30 II — Street & Portrait Photography: Flagship sensor at a mid-range price — the rare camera that makes you want to go out and shoot.
X100T — Street, Travel & Compact Everyday Shooting: A polished step between X100S and X100F — the electronic rangefinder OVF mode was unique, and 16MP X-Trans delivers beautiful files at an accessible used price.
Who should buy what
X-T30 II (2021)
is the right camera for you if…
- Fujifilm fans who want flagship image quality at a mid-range price
- Street and portrait photographers who shoot JPEG-first with film simulations
- X-T30 owners looking for a meaningful processor upgrade
- Anyone stepping into the Fujifilm X-mount system for the first time
X100T (2014)
is the right camera for you if…
- X100 series enthusiasts who want the rangefinder-era X100 experience at the lowest price
- Street photographers who value the unique hybrid OVF with electronic rangefinder overlay
- Travel photographers who want a compact fixed-lens APS-C camera on a tight budget
- Those drawn to the classic X100 design before the X100F's resolution and joystick upgrade
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | X-T30 IIFujifilm · 2021 | X100TFujifilm · 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £430 used | £411 usedBest |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II |
| Resolution | 26.1MPBest | 16.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Intelligent Hybrid AF (phase-detect + contrast-detect), face detection |
| Stabilisation | No stabilisation | No stabilisation |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronicBest | 6fps |
| Battery Life | ~390 shots (CIPA, normal mode)Best | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g (body only)Best | 440g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 126.5 × 74.4 × 52.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 3rd generation with electronic rangefinder mode |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots (no tilt, no touch) |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equiv) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
X-T30 II
X100T
Portrait
6.4/10
4.3/10
Street
6.5/10
7.0/10
Travel
5.8/10
5.3/10
Wedding & Events
4.9/10
4.1/10
Filmmaking
4.9/10
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Documentary
5.1/10
4.0/10
Sports & Action
6.4/10
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Landscape
4.9/10
3.4/10
Wildlife
6.6/10
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Casual
4.9/10
3.4/10
Food
5.8/10
3.3/10
Macro
5.7/10
2.1/10
Architecture
5.3/10
3.1/10
Astrophotography
5.0/10
4.3/10
Fun & simple
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5.5/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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