X-T30vs A7S
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.
Astrophotography & Low-Light — A7S (2014): The original A7S pioneered the concept of a camera optimised entirely for low light. Its 12.2MP sensor has enormous photosites — extraordinary high-ISO performance that still holds up. Lacking IBIS and limited to 1080p internally (4K requires external recorder), it is a specialist tool. For astrophotography, event videography, or any scenario where light is genuinely scarce, it remains outstanding.
Who should buy what
X-T30 (2019)
- Photographers who want X-T quality without the bulk
- Travellers who prioritise compact size
A7S (2014)
- Astrophotographers
- Low-light event videographers
- Filmmakers needing clean high-ISO footage
Quick take: The x-t30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t30 is the most affordable; only the a7s is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 (2019) | A7S (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £600 |
| Sensor | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI | 12.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 12.2MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps | 1080p/60p internal, 4K via HDMI (external recorder) |
| Autofocus | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF | Phase-detect / contrast-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 5fps |
| Battery Life | 380 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g (body only) | 474g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 126.9 × 94.4 × 48.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.62× 2.36M-dot | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.71× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" tilting LCD, 1.23M dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD / MemoryStick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, Micro HDMI | Multi/Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T30 | A7S |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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