Upgrade Guide
Fujifilm X-A7→Fujifilm X-T30 III
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Strong upgrade
The X-T30 III improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most X-A7 owners will notice the difference.
What's new in the X-T30 III
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Resolution40MP vs 24MP (+16MP)
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Burst rate8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic vs 6fps
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Generation6 years newer (2025 vs 2019)
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-A7 | X-T30 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family & Everyday | — | ||
| Portrait | — | ||
| Travel | +2.0 | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Street | +5.0 | ||
| Landscape | +5.0 | ||
| Wildlife | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X-A7 | X-T30 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £849 | |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 | ↑ |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR | |
| Resolution | 24MP | 40MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft) | |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | ↑ |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ↓ |
| Weight | 320g body only | 360g body only | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount | |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
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