X-T30vs A7 II
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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.
Travel, Portrait — A7 II (2014): The camera that proved full-frame IBIS was possible in a compact body.
Who should buy what
X-T30 (2019)
- Photographers who want X-T quality without the bulk
- Travellers who prioritise compact size
A7 II (2014)
- Photographers upgrading from APS-C who want full-frame on a budget
- Film shooters adapting vintage lenses (IBIS helps enormously)
Quick take: The x-t30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 is the most affordable; only the a7 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 (2019) | A7 II (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £549 |
| Sensor | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI | Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps | 1080p 60fps |
| Autofocus | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF | 117-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 5fps |
| Battery Life | 380 shots (CIPA) | 350 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g (body only) | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 126.9 × 95.7 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.62× 2.36M-dot | EVF 0.71× 2.36M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.23M-dot |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount | Sony E-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | SD / Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, Micro HDMI | Wi-Fi, NFC, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
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