Upgrade Guide
Fujifilm X-T30 II→Fujifilm X-T30 III
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Worthwhile
Clear improvements over the X-T30 II. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.
What's new in the X-T30 III
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Resolution40MP vs 26MP (+14MP)
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Generation4 years newer (2025 vs 2021)
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T30 II | X-T30 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | ||
| Street | — | ||
| Landscape | — | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Sports & Action | — | ||
| Astrophotography | — | ||
| Travel | — | ||
| Wildlife | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X-T30 II | X-T30 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £849 | |
| Released | 2021 | 2025 | ↑ |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR | |
| Resolution | 26MP | 40MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/240p | |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, subject detection (human, animal, vehicle, aircraft) | |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | |
| Weight | 383g body only | 360g body only | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 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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