X-T30vs Lumix GH5 II
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Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Travel, Everyday — X-T30 (2019): The X-T3's sensor in a pocketable body. One of Fujifilm's best value cameras.
Video, Vlogging, Documentary — Lumix GH5 II (2021): The GH line's video credentials refined — excellent for video-first shooters.
Who should buy what
X-T30 (2019)
- Photographers who want X-T quality without the bulk
- Travellers who prioritise compact size
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
- Video creators who want Micro Four Thirds depth of field and lens range
- Documentary filmmakers who need weather sealing
Quick take: The x-t30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 is the most affordable; only the lumix gh5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 (2019) | Lumix GH5 II (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £899 |
| Sensor | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming |
| Autofocus | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) |
| Battery Life | 380 shots (CIPA) | 900 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g (body only) | 727g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.62× 2.36M-dot | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, Micro HDMI | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
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