Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X-T30 II→Fujifilm X-M5

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

X-T30 II

£432 used

2021

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

X-M5

£799 (+£367)

2024

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the X-T30 II. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the X-M5

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	X-T30 II	X-M5
Price	£432 used	£799
Released	2021	2024	↑
Sensor	26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV	26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
Resolution	26MP	26MP
Video	4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo	6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/120p
Autofocus	Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking	Phase-detect, subject detection AF
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	Digital IS for video
Burst Rate	8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic	8fps electronic
Battery Life	~390 shots (CIPA, normal mode)	~330 shots (CIPA, normal mode)	↓
Weight	383g (body only)	307g (body only)	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification	None — rear screen only
Screen	3.0" touchscreen, tilting	3.0" fully articulating touchscreen
Mount	Fujifilm X-mount	Fujifilm X-mount
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	Single SD UHS-I slot

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