Introduction

Ease of Use

Key Specifications

• 26.1 megapixels, low pass filter
• 2.36-million-dot, 0.39-inch OLED electronic viewfinder, 100fps frame rate
• Tilting 3-inch touchscreen LCD with 1.04-million-dot resolution
• ISO 80-51200
• 425 AF points
• Improved Face and Eye AF
• 30fps, 1.25x crop, 16M image / 20fps / 8fps mechanical burst shooting with continuous AF/AE
• DCI 4K video at up to 30p, 6K sampling
• 4:2.2 10-bit via HDMI, 8-bit to SD card
• 1080p video at 60fps
• Bluetooth and wi-fi connectivity
• Pop-up flash
• Single SD memory card slot
• USB battery charging
• 380-shot battery life

The Fujifilm X-T30

The new Fujifilm X-T30 looks outwardly very similar to the 2-year-old X-T20 model that it replaces, with the main change being the addition of a Focus Lever in place of the X-T20's D-pad. Other more subtle changes include a new grip design on the front and the relocation of the Q.menu button, which has been embedded into the top of the rear thumb-grip. Otherwise, you'd be hard pressed to tell the two cameras apart when placed side-by-side.

The X-T30 is smaller and lighter and than the flagship X-T3 camera, weighing in at 333g body only and 383g with the battery and memory card fitted, and measuring 118.4mm (W) x 82.8mm (H) x 46.8mm (D). One of the key physical differences between the X-T3 and X-T30 is that the latter is not weather-proof, in keeping with its mid-range status, but something that's important to note if you're trying to decide between the two. Another difference is the X-T30's higher-resolution electronic viewfinder, which has 3.69m dot resolution compared with 2.36m dots on the X-T30, while the magnification is only 0.62x rather than 0.75x on the X-T3.

At the heart of the X-T30 is the same 26.1 megapixel APS-C sized “X-Trans IV” CMOS sensor as used by the X-T3 and the same X-Processor 4 image processing engine, so the X-T30 delivers exactly the same still image quality as Fujifilm's flagship camera, at a much more affordable price-point.

Front of the Fujifilm X-T30

The new extended ISO range of 80-51200 makes the X-T30 well suited to low-light shooting, especially as it can now focus down to -3EV, allowing you to hand-hold the camera in places where you'd usually be reaching for a tripod. The clever ISO Auto Control setting allows you to set a maximum sensitivity (up to 6400) and a minimum shutter speed (1/30th is a good starting point), with the camera over-riding your ISO choice if it thinks you're being too ambitious whilst maintaining a shutter speed that won't introduce camera shake.

The X-T30 can record DCI 4K video (4096x2160 pixels) at frame rates of 29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p at 200Mbps/100Mbps quality for up to 4Gb of footage, using a full 6K (6240x3510pixel) read-out with no cropping. If you don't need 4K, then full 1080p recording is also available at 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p. There is a HDMI port for connecting the X-T30 to a high-definition TV or external recorder, and you can adjust the level of the internal microphone and attach an external mic for better sound quality via the shared Mic/Remote port. Despite the increased emphasis on video recording, the X-T30 still doesn't have a one-touch Movie Record button, which is instead assigned to the drive mode dial.

The X-T30 now features both built-in wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity. The latter option creates a constant, low-power connection between the X-T30 and a smartphone/tablet to transfer images and video using the Fujifilm Camera Remote smartphone app, while the former allows you to remotely control the X-T30 via a 2.4Ghz wi-fi connection using a smartphone or tablet and the Fujifilm app, and transfer images and video from one device to the other.

Rear of the Fujifilm X-T30

The X-T30 has a slightly larger, more sculpted hand-grip at the front than on the X-T20, although as this quite a small camera, you can still only fit three fingers on it, with your little finger naturally curling underneath the bottom of the body. There's also a prominent grip on the rear of the camera for your right thumb that again is larger than the one on the X-T20, although this size increase has been made mainly to accommodate the repositioned Q.menu button. We're not huge fans of the new position of the Q button, which proved to be overly sensitive and prone to being inadvertently pressed. There is a menu option to disable it completely, but we'd actually prefer a way of lengthening the press required to activate it to, say, 1 second, rather than turning it off altogether, as it's such a useful feature.

A textured faux-leather surface runs around the full width of the camera, with two small metal eyelets on either side of the body used for connecting the supplied shoulder strap. A metal tripod mount is positioned slightly off-centre from the lens and next to the battery/memory card compartment, so you'll have to remove the camera from the tripod to change the battery or the memory card.

The X-T30 still only offers compatibility with Ultra High Speed UHS-I SDXC memory cards, whereas the X-T3 is also compatible with faster UHS-II cards, and the latter also has two card slots rather than one. Despite this, the X-T30 inherits the same 30fps fast continuous shooting rate that the X-T3 also offers, with full AF/AE metering and completely blackout free between frames, achieved by using the electronic shutter and maintaining the live view at 60fps. The main caveat of the 30fps mode is that the camera automatically enters the Sports Viewfinder Mode and applies a 1.25x crop factor, dropping the resolution from 26 down to 16.6 megapixels, although there's also a benefit in that you can still see outside the cropped area, allowing you to predict where the subject is moving into the frame.

Top of the Fujifilm X-T30

If you do want the full 26 megapixel resolution, the X-T30 can shoot at a "slower" 20fps without any cropping, or 8fps using its mechanical shutter, both again with full AF/AE metering. To help with capturing the precise moment, the X-T30 also has the same clever Pre-shot burst shooting mode as the X-T3, with the camera constantly filling the buffer while your half-press the shutter button, and then keeping the most recent ones taken 0.5-1 seconds before a full press of the shutter button, eliminating any camera and human-added delay. Note that this feature only works with the electronic shutter.

The main difference between the X-T30 and X-T3 in terms of burst shooting is the buffer size. The number of recordable images in a single burst is much lower than on the X-T3, as the buffer is about half the size on the X-T30 - it can only record 26 JPEGs / 17 RAWs for the 30fps mode, 32 JPEGs / 17 RAWs for the 20fps mode, 81 JPEGs / 18 RAWs for the 10fps mode, and 90 JPEGs / 18 RAWs for the 8fps mode in a single burst.

As already mentioned, the X-T30 actually has two kinds of shutter, mechanical and electronic. When using its mechanical focal-plane shutter, the X-T30 has a top shutter-speed limit of 1/4000th second in all shooting modes. There's no built-in ND filter, so if you want to use a very fast lens in very bright sunlight, then it's a good idea to buy an actual glass ND filter. The X-T30 also has the same flash-sync speed of 1/180th second as the previous X-T20.

Tilting LCD Screen

The X-T30 also has a completely silent electronic shutter which provides a much faster top shutter speed of 1/32,000th second. This allows you to continue shooting wide-open with fast aperture lenses in the brightest of conditions without having to resort to fitting a glass ND filter or using an external flash and lights. There are some important caveats with the electronic shutter though - the ISO range is restricted to 200-6400, you can't use the pop-up flash, and the slowest possible shutter speed is only 1 second. To make the camera even less obtrusive, when the electronic shutter is selected, there's a Silent menu option which turns off the speaker, flash, AF-assist lamp and most importantly the shutter-release sound, instantly making the X-T30 perfectly suited to more candid photography.

The X-T20 was no slouch when it came to auto-focusing, but Fujifilm have made the X-T30's AF system even better, so much so that at the time of writing it even out-performs the X-T3! There are now 425 AF points in total and 2.16M PDAF pixels, up from 0.5M on the X-T20, and the X-T30 can also focus down to -3EV when used with particular (but not all) lenses, which is a significant improvement on the X-T20. The X-T30 is also one of the few cameras on the market to offer 100% coverage of the phase detection AF area, allowing you literally focus anywhere that you want.

The X-T30 additionally offers improved Face Detection AF during both movie recording and stills, and it also detects obstacles better without having to manually move the AF box. The Eye AF tracking feature has a new, easier to understand GUI, whilst the new Face Select function allows you to use either the touchscreen or the new focus lever to quickly switch between faces in the frame. Fujifilm also claim that the X-T30's AF system offers 300% faster autofocusing on a subject moving from from far to near or near to far. All of these improvements will also reach the X-T3 via an upcoming firmware update.

The Fujifilm X-T30 In-hand

The Fujifilm X-T30 uses exactly the same sized viewfinder as the previous X-T20, a 0.39-inch OLED unit with 2.36-million-dots and a display time lag of just 0.005 seconds, but it's now brighter and has a faster 100fps frame rate. The 3-inch touchscreen display on the rear is also mostly the same as the one on the X-T20. It offers 1.04-million-dot resolution and can be tilted up and down, making it ideal for shooting from more unusual angles, but not so suitable for vlogging. It is ever so slightly thinner, by 1.3mm, and offers improved touchscreen response. You can use it to set the AF point, or even fire the shutter release. On the right hand side of the screen you’ll see a small icon which if you press it allows you to choose between using the screen to set the AF point, or to have it focus and then take a picture. If you prefer, you can turn off the touchscreen functionality altogether.

On top of the X-T30 is a control dial for setting the shutter speed, with settings ranging from 1 second to 1/4000th second, an Auto option, a T setting for longer exposures (2 to 30 seconds, set via the circular command wheel) and a Bulb mode for exposures up to a whopping 60 minutes in length. Surrounding the XF 18-55m kit lens is a very traditional and very welcome aperture ring, although it has no markings due to the variable aperture. This dial also allows you to choose third-stop apertures. You can also choose to use the front and rear control dials to set the shutter speed and aperture if you prefer a more DSLR-like way of working.

Alongside the shutter speed dial is another dial for changing the exposure compensation, with a range of +-3EV and a Custom setting, and on the left-hand side is a third dial for moving between the bracketing, burst, multiple exposure, advanced and panorama functions, with a switch underneath for releasing the pop-up flash. One key difference to the X-T3 is the lack of a dedicated ISO speed dial, perhaps understandable given the X-T30's reduced size and different target audience, but still annoying for more experienced users. Instead, you need to dive into the menu system to set the ISO. There's also no dedicated dial for setting the metering mode.

The Fujifilm X-T30's Pop-up Flash

There's a small lever on top of the X-T30 for turning on the dedicated Auto Mode. In this Advanced SR AUTO mode, the X-T30 automatically selects the optimum shooting settings from 58 preset scenes, including the best AF mode. More confident beginners can then use the rear Command Dial to select a specific scene type. While this new switch makes it easy to enter full Auto mode, we did find ourselves accidentally turning it on quite a lot, as the switch is very similar to the On/Off switch and also positioned very near to it.

Four other controls complete the X-T30's top-plate. The small but responsive shutter release button is encircled by the On/Off switch, and there's a thread for a traditional mechanical cable release. Alongside is the rather tiny Fn button, which by default provides quick access to the Wi-Fi options, but can be customised to suit your own needs from 12 different settings. Further customisation is available via the 7 Custom Menu options, which let you create, save and recall up to 7 sets of user-defined settings, and no less than 7 configurable function buttons. Finally there's an external flash hotshoe for suitable dedicated external units, along with the built-in flash which has a guide number of 5.

The X-T30 has the same logical rear control layout as the X-T20, with one main design change. Above the LCD screen and to the left of the viewfinder are two buttons for image deletion and image playback, while on the right is the AE-L button, rear control dial and the AF-L button. Beneath those is the Quick Menu button, now set into the rear thumb grip. This provides quick access to lots of frequently used shooting settings including the ISO speed, White Balance, File Size and File Quality.

The Fujifilm X-T30's Battery Compartment

Underneath is the new 8-direction Focus Lever, which replaces the X-T20's more traditional 4-way controller. It's exactly the same size and works in exactly the same way as the one on the X-T3, although crucially it is positioned a little too low down the body, making it more awkward to find in a hurry. Other than the positioning, the Focus Lever is a very welcome change, even though it comes at the expense of the navigation pad.

Underneath the Focus Lever is the Menu button, which accesses the eight Shooting and Set-up menus, and finally the Disp/Back button which is used for changing the LCD display or going back.

The X-T30 uses exactly the same NP-W126S Li-ion battery as the previous X-T20 model, providing a CIPA rated life of 380 shots. You can also now recharge the camera via its USB Type-C port, though, as well as using the supplied charger, so that you can charge it from an external power-bank out in the field.

Image Quality

All of the sample images in this review were taken using the 26 megapixel Fine JPEG setting, which gives an average image size of around 10Mb.

The Fujifilm X-T30 produced images of outstanding quality. It records noise-free JPEG images from ISO 80 all the way up to 6400, with a little noise at ISO 12800 and more visible noise at the faster settings of ISO 25600 and 51200, an amazing performance for a camera with an APS-C sensor. The RAW files were also excellent, exhibiting more noise but still producing very usable images from ISO 80-12800.

The night photograph was excellent, with the maximum shutter speed of 30 seconds being long enough for most after-dark shots, and the Bulb mode allowing much longer exposures if required. The Dynamic Range settings subtly improve detail in the shadows and highlights, while the Film Simulation modes hark back to a bygone era, and the Advanced Filters allow you to have a little fun with your images.

Noise

There are 11 ISO settings available on the Fujifilm X-T30 for JPEGs and RAW files. Here are some 100% crops which show the noise levels for each ISO setting.

JPEG	RAW
ISO 80 (100% Crop)	ISO 80 (100% Crop)
ISO 160 (100% Crop)	ISO 160 (100% Crop)
ISO 200 (100% Crop)	ISO 200 (100% Crop)
ISO 400 (100% Crop)	ISO 400 (100% Crop)
ISO 800 (100% Crop)	ISO 800 (100% Crop)
ISO 1600 (100% Crop)	ISO 1600 (100% Crop)
ISO 3200 (100% Crop)	ISO 3200 (100% Crop)
ISO 6400 (100% Crop)	ISO 6400 (100% Crop)
ISO 12800 (100% Crop)	ISO 12800 (100% Crop)
ISO 25600 (100% Crop)	ISO 25600 (100% Crop)
ISO 51200 (100% Crop)	ISO 51200 (100% Crop)

File Quality

The Fujifilm X-T30 has 2 different image quality settings available, with Fine being the highest quality option. Here are some 100% crops which show the quality of the various options, with the file size shown in brackets.

Fine (12.3Mb) (100% Crop)	Normal (7.08Mb) (100% Crop)
RAW (55Mb) (100% Crop)

Night

The Fujifilm X-T30's maximum shutter speed is 30 seconds in the Time shutter speed mode, and there's a Bulb mode which allows exposures up to 60 minutes long, which is excellent news if you're seriously interested in night photography. The shot below was taken using a shutter speed of 15 seconds at ISO 160.

Multiple Exposure

The Fujifilm X-T30's Multiple Exposure mode, accessed via the dial on the top-left of the camera, combines two different pictures together in-camera to create one composite image.

Dynamic Range

The Fujifilm X-T30 has three dynamic range settings - 100% (on by default), 200%, and 400% - and an Auto setting if you want to let the camera take control. These settings gradually increase the amount of detail visible in the shadow and highlight areas, with the side-effect of more noise appearing in the image. Note that you can't actually turn this feature off. All three settings are available from ISO 640 upwards.

100%	200%
400%

Film Simulations

The Fujifilm X-T30 offers 10 different film simulation modes to help replicate the look of your favourite film stock from the past.

Provia / Standard	Velvia / Vivid
Astia / Soft	Classic Chrome
Pro Neg. Hi	Pro Neg. Standard
Eterna	Acros
Monochrome	Sepia

Advanced Filter

The Fujifilm X-T30 offers 13 different filter effects which can be previewed on the LCD screen before taking a photo.

Toy Camera	Miniature
Pop Color	High-Key
Low-Key	Dynamic Tone
Soft Focus	Partial Color (Red)
Partial Color (Orange)	Partial Color (Yellow)
Partial Color (Green)	Partial Color (Blue)
Partial Color (Purple)

Sample Images

This is a selection of sample images from the Fujifilm X-T30 camera, which were all taken using the 26 megapixel Fine JPEG setting. The thumbnails below link to the full-sized versions, which have not been altered in any way.

Sample RAW Images

The Fujifilm X-T30 enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Fujifilm RAW (RAF) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

Sample Movies & Video

Product Images

Conclusion

Fujifilm have once again hit a home run with the launch of the X-T30. As the successor to their best-selling camera ever, the X-T20, this new version has a lot to live up to, but thankfully there's lots to like and little to complain about, something that we've repeatedly said about almost all recent X-series cameras. If you want most of the flagship X-T3's features and performance in a smaller, cheaper body, then the X-T30 is something of a no-brainer.

As it uses exactly the same sensor and processor, image quality is very similar to the X-T3 model that we reviewed last year, that is to say, outstanding. With 4K/30p video recording also on offer at 4:2.2 10-bit quality via HDMI, plus the same burst shooting rates as the X-T3, this could be the perfect all-round camera that many photographers need.

Perhaps more surprising is the fact that the X-T30 currently out-performs the X-T3 in terms of its auto-focusing system. As well as inheriting the same 425 point system that works down to -3EV as the X-T3, the new X-T30 offers better Face and Eye Detection, with the new Face Select function working equally well for both stills and video. The X-T3 will get the same features via a firmware update in April, but for now the X-T30 offers the best performing AF system of any X-series camera.

Other notable improvements include a better viewfinder and LCD touchscreen, new Focus Lever, additional Bluetooth connectivity, and the ability to charge the camera via its new USB port. There are a few negative points worth mentioning - the focus lever is positioned too low down the body, the repositioned Quick Menu button is too easily pressed accidentally, and the camera is just a little too small for the larger XF lenses - but otherwise the X-T30 carries on where the X-20 left off.

In conclusion, cameras like the flagship X-T3 may grab all the headlines, but models like the X-T30 make a lot more sense for the majority of enthusiast photographers, offering most of the same functionality in a more portable format at a price that is a lot easier to bear. Fujifilm have definitely hit that sweep-spot with the X-T30, making it a deserved winner of our Highly Recommended award!

Ratings (out of 5)
Design	4.5
Features	5
Ease-of-use	4.5
Image quality	5
Value for money	4.5

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Specifications

News

The new Fujifilm X-T30 mirrorless camera is designed for all photographers, from beginner to advanced.

The Fujifilm X-T30 comes in three colours, Black, Silver and Charcoal Silver, and will be available from March 2019 for Black and Silver and May 2019 for Charcoal Silver, priced as follows:

• Fujifilm X-T30 Body Only - £849 / $899
• Fujifilm X-T30 with XC 15-45mm lens - £899 / $999
• Fujifilm X-T30 with XF 18-55 lens - £1199 / $1299

Fujifilm UK Press Release

FUJIFILM launches the latest addition to the X Series range, designed for all photographers from beginner to advanced, the versatile and powerful FUJIFILM X-T30

Setting new standards in compact and lightweight mirrorless cameras

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) has announced that it will launch the FUJIFILM X-T30 (hereinafter “X-T30”) mirrorless digital camera on March 20th 2019. It will be the latest addition to the X Series range of cameras, renowned for their outstanding image quality, proprietary colour reproduction technology and intuitive dial-based handling.

The X-T30 is equipped with a host of new functions, making it a small yet powerful companion for any photographer.  It offers outstanding performance, utilizing the 4th Generation image sensor and processor which also includes 26.1 megapixel resolution and fast high-performance AF.  In addition, phase detection pixels are now across the entire frame (100%). Other advanced features include a Focus Lever for shifting a focus point easily, a new intuitive touch-screen panel with improved response, and an improved body design that offers better holding stability to ensure comfortable shooting even with larger lenses.

The AF algorithm has been improved from that used in the renowned FUJIFILM X-T3 to deliver even more advanced AF-tracking performance. This includes enhanced accuracy in face / eye detection and the introduction of a Face Select function to provide priority auto-focus on a selected subject.

This evolution of AF performance is available not only with still photos but also during video filming. Improved exposure stability during face / eye AF and face recognition in the AF-C (continuous AF) mode adds to ease of use. Video performance itself has also been enhanced, offering high-resolution audio recording and smooth 4K/30P video recording.

As a result of the above developments, the camera appeals to a broader range of users from professional photographers to first time beginners, by being always able to deliver premium quality pictures with ease, regardless of experience.

X-T30 Main Features 

1. Compact and lightweight camera body, designed for comfort with advanced handling

―The compact and lightweight camera body, weighing just 383g, is designed for enhanced stability when holding the camera. The use of the Focus Lever, replacing the Selector Buttons, allows for extra grip space at the rear for added comfort.

―The rear LCD monitor is thinner by 1.3mm and offers improved touchscreen response. It complements the Focus Lever to achieve faster and more intuitive camera operation.

―The X-T30 is available in the popular black, premium silver and a new color, charcoal silver. The charcoal silver will be launched on May, two months after the launch of black and silver.

2. The X-T30 features the 4th generation image sensor, X Trans CMOS 4, and image processing engine, X Processor 4, to deliver the still photographing performance equivalent to that of the FUJIFILM X-T3.

―Despite its compact and lightweight body, the camera has 26.1 megapixel resolution, one of the highest among APS-C sensor digital cameras, as well as exceptional low noise performance and outstanding color reproduction. 

―The lowest native sensitivity is ISO 160, previously only available as extended ISO, is now available when shooting RAW.

―FUJIFILM’s exclusive Film Simulations now include ETERNA mode. This camera also incorporates numerous shooting functions that broaden your ability to customize your pictures, such as “monochrome adjustments” available for ACROS and Monochrome, and “Color Chrome” effect that produces deeper colors and gradations.

3. New AF system that is great in low light conditions and when tracking fast-moving subjects

―The number of phase detection pixels on the X-Trans CMOS 4 image sensor has been increased to 2.16 million, about 4 times that of X-Trans CMOS 3 models. The on-sensor phase detection AF area now covers the entire frame (approx. 100%), making it possible to quickly and accurately focus on a subject anywhere in the frame.

―The low light limit for phase detection AF has been expanded from +0.5EV to -3EV, making it possible to autofocus in very poor lighting such as at night or under dim light, such as candles.

―Combined with the X-T3, X-T30 boasts the best AF performance and functionality of any X Series camera, combining fast image processing with the X-Processor 4 engine and AF algorithm enhancement to boost accuracy in face / eye detection. The Face Select function has been also introduced to provide priority autofocus on a selected person when multiple faces have been detected within a frame.

The performance of the Advanced SR Auto mode has been improved in line with the enhancement of the camera’s AF performance. In this mode, the camera automatically chooses the optimum shooting settings for a given scene from 58 presets, so you can achieve the best image quality without having to worry about any of the settings.

4. Enhanced video functionality

― The X-T30 has more advanced 4K/30P video functionality, ability to record high resolution audio without requiring additional equipment and eye tracking functionality during video recording.

― The X-T30 records in 6K (6240x3510) to produce stunning quality in 4K (3810x2160). The camera also supports the DCI format (17:9), which gives an even more cinematic look to your videos.

―The Film Simulation modes can be applied not only when shooting stills but also while recording video, including the “ETERNA” motion picture emulator.

―4K/30P video can be recorded at 4:2:0 8bit to an SD card. F-log recording and 4:2:2 10bit via the HDMI port capabilities means the camera can record video suitable for more serious videographers

X-T30 Specification

Model name FUJIFILM X-T30

Number of effective pixels 26.1 million pixels

Image sensor 23.5mm×15.6mm (APS-C) X-Trans CMOS 4 with primary color filter

Sensor Cleaning system Ultra Sonic Vibration

Storage media SD memory card (~2GB) / SDHC memory card (~32GB) / SDXC memory card (~512GB)

  UHS-I

File format of still image JPEG: Exif Ver.2.3 *1, RAW: 14bit RAW (RAF original format) / RAW+JPEG

Number of recorded pixels ［L］〈3:2〉 6240 × 4160 〈16:9〉 6240 × 3512 〈1:1〉 4160 × 4160

  ［M］〈3:2〉 4416 × 2944 〈16:9〉 4416 × 2488 〈1:1〉 2944 × 2944

  ［S］〈3:2〉 3120 × 2080 〈16:9〉 3120 × 1760 〈1:1〉 2080 × 2080

Lens mount FUJIFILM X mount

Sensitivity Standard output AUTO1 / AUTO2 / AUTO3 (up to ISO12800) / ISO160~12800 (1/3 step)

  Extended output ISO80／100／125／25600／51200

Exposure control TTL 256-zone metering, Multi / Spot / Average / Center Weighted

Exposure mode P (Program AE) / A (Aperture Priority AE) / S (Shutter Speed Priority AE) / M (Manual Exposure)

Exposure compensation -5.0EV~+5.0EV 1/3EV step (Movie: -2.0EV~+2.0EV)

Shutter type Focal Plane Shutter

Shutter speed Mechanical Shutter P mode: 4sec. to 1/4000sec. A mode: 30sec. to 1/4000sec. S/M mode: 15min. to 1/4000sec. Bulb mode: up to 60min.

  Electronic Shutter *2 P mode: 4sec. to 1/32000sec. A mode: 30sec. to 1/32000sec. S/M mode: 15min. to 1/32000sec. Bulb mode: 1sec. Fixed

  Mechanical +

Electronic shutter P mode: 4sec. to 1/32000sec. A mode: 30sec. to 1/32000sec. S/M mode: 15min. to 1/32000sec. Bulb mode: up to 60min.

  Synchronized shutter speed for flash 1/180sec. or slower

Continuous shooting Approx. 30fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (JPEG： 26 frames Lossless compression RAW： 17 frames Uncompressed RAW： 17 frames)

  Approx. 20fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (JPEG： 53 frames Lossless compression RAW： 17 frames Uncompressed RAW： 17 frames)

  Approx. 10fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (JPEG： 95 frames Lossless compression RAW： 18 frames Uncompressed RAW： 18 frames)

  Approx. 20fps [Only electronic shutter ] (JPEG: 32 frames Lossless compression RAW: 17 frames Uncompressed RAW: 17 frames)

  Approx. 10fps [Only electronic shutter ] (JPEG: 81 frames Lossless compression RAW: 18 frames Uncompressed RAW: 18 frames)

  Approx. 8fps (JPEG: 90 frames Lossless compression RAW: 18 frames Uncompressed RAW: 18 frames)

  Approx. 5fps (JPEG: 205 frames Lossless compression RAW: 24 frames Uncompressed RAW: 19 frames)

  Approx. 4fps (JPEG: 209 frames Lossless compression RAW: 28 frames Uncompressed RAW: 20 frames)

  Approx. 3fps (JPEG: 216 frames Lossless compression RAW: 34 frames Uncompressed RAW: 21 frames)

  Pre-shot: Approx. 30fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (max. 10 frames while half press, max. 12 frames after full press, total max. 22 frames)

  Pre-shot: Approx. 20fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (max. 10 frames while half press, max. 22 frames after full press, total max. 32 frames)

  Pre-shot: Approx. 10fps [Only electronic shutter, 1.25 x Crop ] (max. 10 frames while half press, max. 68 frames after full press, total max. 78 frames)

  *Recordable frames depends on recording media

  *Speed of continuous shooting depends on shooting environment and shooting frames

Auto bracketing AE Bracketing (Frames: -2, -3, +3, +2, ±9, ±7, ±5, ±3 Step: 1/3EV, 2/3EV, 1EV, 4/3EV、5/3EV、2EV、7/3EV、8/3EV、3EV)

  Film Simulation bracketing (Any 3 types of film simulation selectable)

  Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%)

  ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV)

  White Balance Bracketing (±1, ±2, ±3)

  Focus Bracketing (Frames: 1～999, Step: 1~10, Interval: 0~10s)

Focus Mode Single AF / Continuous AF / MF

  Type Intelligent Hybrid AF

(TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)

  AF frame

selection Single point AF: EVF / LCD: 13×9 / 25×17 (Changeable size of AF frame)

Zone AF: 3×3 / 5×5 / 7×7 from 91 areas on 13×9 grid

Wide/Tracking AF: (up to 18 area) *AF-S: Wide / AF-C: Tracking

All

White balance Automatic Scene recognition / Custom1~3 / Color temperature selection (2500K~10000K) / Preset: Fine,

Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White),

Incandescent light, Underwater

Self-timer 10sec. / 2sec.

Interval timer shooting Yes (Setting: Interval, Number of shots, Starting time)

Flash Manual pop-up flash (Super Intelligent Flash)

  Guide number : approx. 7 (ISO200 · m) / approx. 5 (ISO100 · m)

Flash modes TTL(FLASH AUTO / STANDARD / SLOW SYNC.) / MANUAL / COMMANDER / OFF

  SYNC. MODE

  1ST CURTAIN / 2ND CURTAIN

Hot shoe Yes (Dedicated TTL Flash compatible)

Viewfinder 0.39 inch approx. 2.36 millions dots OLED Color Viewfinder

Coverage of viewing area vs. capturing area: approx. 100%

Magnification: 0.62× with 50mm lens (35mm equivalent) at infinity and diopter set to -1m-1

Diagonal angle of view: approx. 31° (Horizontal angle of view: approx. 26° ) Built-in eye sensor

AUTO Brightness Setting: 50～800cd/㎡ 

LCD monitor 3.0 inch, aspect ratio 3:2, approx. 1.04 million dots touch screen color LCD monitor(approx. 100% coverage)

Movie recording File format MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264,Audio: Linear PCM / Stereo sound 24bit / 48KHz sampling)

  File size ［DCI 4K（4096×2160）］ 29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p  200Mbps/100Mbps up to approx. 10min

  Frame rate ［4K（3840×2160）］     29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p 200Mbps/100Mbps up to approx. 10min

  Recording time ［Full HD（2048 ×1080）］  59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p  200Mbps/100Mbps up to approx. 15min.

  ［Full HD（1920×1080）］   59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p  200Mbps/100Mbps up to approx. 15min.

  ［Full HD（1920×1080) High speed rec.] 120p／100p  200Mbps(recording) up to approx. 6min.

  *For recording movies, use a SD memory card with UHS Speed Class 3 or higher.

  *Although movie recording will continue without interruption when the file size reaches 4GB, subsequent

    footage will be recorded to a separate file which must be viewed separately.

Photography functions Advanced SR AUTO, Face / Eye detection AF, Auto Red-eye Removal, Select custom setting, Panorama, Color space, Setting (Color, Sharpness, D-range, Highlight tone, Shadow tone), Framing guideline, Frame No. memory, Histogram display, Preview depth of focus, Lens Modulation Optimizer, Pre-AF, Number of Focus Points setting, MF Assist, Focus check, Focus Peak Highlight, Electronic level, Multiple exposure, Release priority / Focus priority selection, Fn button setting , ISO AUTO control, Instant AF setting (AF-S/AF-C), AF-C CUSTOM SETTINGS , SHUTTER AF , SHUTTER AE , AF-ON , Interlock spot AE & Focus area, Focus area setting, AE-L/AF-L button setting, Edit/Save Quick menu, Preview exp./WB in manual mode, Shutter Type, Touch Screen Setting, Sports Finder Mode, Pre-Shot, Flicker Reduction

Film simulation mode 16 modes (PROVIA/Standard, Velvia/Vivid, ASTIA/Soft, Classic Chrome, PRO Neg.Hi, PRO Neg.Std,

Black & White, Black & White+Ye Filter, Black & White+R Filter, Black & White+G Filter, Sepia, ACROS,

ACROS+Ye Filter, ACROS+R Filter, ACROS+G Filter, ETERNA/Cinema)

B & W Adjustment: -9~+9

Grain effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF

Color chrome effect STRONG, WEAK, OFF

Dynamic range setting AUTO, 100%, 200%, 400%

ISO restriction (DR100%: No limit, DR200%: ISO320 or more, DR400%: ISO640 or more)

Advanced filter Toy camera, Miniature, Pop color, High-key, Low-key, Dynamic tone, Soft focus,

Partial color (Red / Orange / Yellow / Green / Blue / Purple)

Playback functions RAW conversion, Image rotate, Auto image rotate, Face Detection, Red-eye removal, Photobook assist, Erase selected frames, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Slide show, Protect, Crop, Resize, Panorama, Favorites, Voice Memo Setting

Wireless

transmitter Standard IEEE802.11b/g/n (standard wireless protocol)

  Encryption WEP / WPA / WPA2 mixed mode

  Access mode Infrastructure

Bluetooth® Standard Bluetooth Ver 4.2 (Bluetooth low energy)

  Operating frequency (Center frequency) 2402 - 2480MHz

Wireless functions Geotagging, Wireless communication (Image transfer), View & Obtain Images, Remote camera shooting, PC Autosave, Image Transfer Order, instax printer print

Other functions Exif Print, 35 Languages, Date/Time, Time difference, Sound & Flash OFF, Performance Setting, Preview exp. in Manual mode, LCD Brightness, LCD Color, Preview Pic. Effect, DISP. Custom Setting , LARGE INDICATORS MODE(EVF) , LARGE INDICATORS MODE(LCD) , LARGE INDICATORS DISP. SETTING , Copyright Setting

Terminal Digital interface USB Type-C (USB3.1 Gen1)

  HDMI output HDMI micro connector (Type D)

  Other ø2.5mm, stereo mini connector (Microphone), Hot shoe, Synchronized terminal

Power supply NP-W126S Li-ion battery (included)

  Battery life for still images*3 Approx. 380 frames (Normal Mode) When XF35mmF1.4 R is set.

  Actual battery life of

movie capture*3

*Face detection is set to OFF [4K] approx. 45min. (29.97p)

[Full HD] approx. 45min. (59.94p)

  Continuance battery life of

movie capture*3

*Face detection is set to OFF [4K] approx. 60min. (29.97p)

[Full HD] approx. 75min. (59.94p)

Dimensions 118.4mm (W) x 82.8mm (H) x 46.8mm (D) / 4.66in. (W) x 3.26in. (H) x 1.84in. (D)

Weight Approx. 383g (including battery and SD memory card)

Approx. 333g (excluding battery and SD memory card)

Operation

Environment Operating Temperature 0°C~+40°C

  Operating Humidity 10%~80% (no condensation)

Starting up period Approx. 0.4sec.

Accessories included Li-ion battery NP-W126S, Shoulder strap,

Body cap, Strap clip, Protective cover, Clip attaching tool, Owner's manual,

*1 Exif 2.3 is a digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.

*2 The Electronic Shutter may not be suitable for fast-moving objects. Flash can not be used.

*3 Approximate number of frames or movie recording time that can be taken with a fully-charged based on CIPA Standard.

AVAILABILITY, IMAGES AND PRICING:

The FUJIFILM X-T30 comes in three colours, Black, Silver and Charcoal Silver and will be available from March 2019 for Black and Silver and May 2019 for Charcoal Silver priced as follows:

Fujifilm X-T30 Body Only - £849.00 

Fujifilm X-T30 with XC15-45mm lens £899.00

Fujifilm X-T30 with XF 18-55 lens £1,199.00

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First Impressions

The Fujifilm X-T30 is a new APS-C mirrorless camera, offering 26 megapixels and using the Fujifilm XF lens mount.

We were shown a pre-production version of the X-T30 by Fujifilm ahead of today's launch. We've shot some sample JPEG and RAW images with the camera and got some hands-on time with the X-T30.

So read on for our first impressions of the new Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C mirrorless camera...

Fujifilm firmly believe that APS-C is still the best balanced system for most photographers, with medium format reserved for their professional users.

The X-T3 was released last year to great acclaim. It's the 4th generation of Fujifilm mirrorless cameras and is suitable for all types of photography and cinema.

Fujifilm pointed out that the X-T20 is actually the best selling X-series camera ever. Designed as a lifestyle camera, the X-T20 was popular because it was a good looking camera that took great quality images, at a more affordable price-point than the X-T3.

The new X-T30 is part of what Fujifilm are calling "Generation 4.1", because in a few ways this camera is slightly more advanced than the X-T3! Fujfilm are billing it as "The Little Giant".

The X-H1, X-T3, X-Pro 2 and the new X-T30 now constitute Fujifilm's mainstream APS-C camera line-up.

Key Specifications

Here's a list of the key specifications for the X-T30:

• 26.1 megapixels, low pass filter
• 2.36-million-dot, 0.39-inch OLED electronic viewfinder, 100fps frame rate
• Tilting 3-inch touchscreen LCD with 1.04-million-dot resolution
• ISO 80-51200
• 425 AF points
• Improved Face and Eye AF
• 30fps, 1.25x crop, 16M image / 20fps / 8fps mechanical burst shooting with continuous AF/AE
• DCI 4K video at up to 30p, 6K sampling
• 4:2.2 10-bit via HDMI, 8-bit to SD card
• 1080p video at 60fps
• Bluetooth and wi-fi connectivity
• Pop-up flash
• Single SD memory card slot
• USB battery charging
• 380-shot battery life
• Size: 118.4mm (W) x 82.8mm (H) x 46.8mm (D)
• Weight: 333g

Design

The small size and weight is one of the key attractions of the new X-T30, especially in comparison to the larger X-T3 and X-H1 cameras. It weights a mere 383g including the battery and memory card, 333g body only, and measures 118.4mm (W) x 82.8mm (H) x 46.8mm (D).

Fujifilm have subtly tweaked the design of the X-T30, which offers slightly adjusted ergonomics to its popular predecessor.

There's a new grip design on the front, and on the rear the traditional D-pad has been replaced by a focus joystick. While this is a welcome change, we immediately noticed in our hands-on with the camera that the joystick is positioned too low for natural use, especially if you're used to the joystick position on the X-T3.

We're also not huge fans of the new position of the Q.menu button, which has been embedded into the top of the rear thumb-grip.

The X-T30 now has a slightly thinner rear screen - 1.3mm thinner than the one on the X-T20 - and offers a faster touchscreen response, something that will also becoming to X-T3 in a future firmware update.

There's also a brighter EVF than on the X-T20, with a faster frame rate of 100fps, while the pop-up flash has thankfully been retained.

Note that officially we were using a pre-production camera and the design may change before the final launch, although we wouldn't expect too many tweaks to the body at this late stage.

Megapixels

The X-T30 has exactly the same 26.1 megapixel sensor and processor as the X-T3, so expect to see very similar image quality from the X-T30 - you can judge for yourself by checking out our X-T30 sample JPEGs, RAWs and videos.

ISO Speed

The X-T30 highest native ISO speed is 12,800, which can be expanded to ISO 51,200 if required, exactly the same as the X-T3.

Autofocusing

Autofocusing is one area where the X-T30 represents a major leap forwards for the Fuji X-series, and where it currently outperforms the X-T3 and X-H1 cameras.

The X-T30 offers improved face AF during both movie recording and stills, and it also detects obstacles better without moving the AF box.

The Eye AF tracking has a new, easier to understand GUI, whilst the new face select function allows you to use either the touch LCD or focus lever to quickly switch between faces in the frame.

Fujifilm also claim that the X-T30's AF system offers 300% faster autofocusing on a subject moving from from far to near or near to far.

Electronic Viewfinder

The Fujifilm X-T30 uses exactly the same sized viewfinder as the previous X-T20, a 0.39-inch OLED unit with 2.36-million-dots, but this time around it's brighter and has a faster frame rate..

LCD Screen

There's a 3-inch touchscreen display on the rear with 1.04-million-dot resolution, which can be tilted up and down, making it ideal for shooting from more unusual angles, but sadly not so suitable for vlogging

Burst Shooting

In terms of burst shooting, the X-T30 can shoot at 30fps using the electronic shutter with a 1.25x crop applied, resulting in a 16 megapixel image. There are also "slower" 20fps and 10fps modes available using the electronic shutter, or 8fps with the mechanical shutter.

Note that the number of recordable images in a single burst is much lower than on the X-T3, as the buffer is about half the size on the X-T30 - it can record 26 JPEGs / 17 RAWs for the 30fps mode, 32 JPEGs / 17 RAWs for the 20fps mode, 81 JPEGs / 18 RAWs for the 10fps mode, and 90 JPEGs / 18 RAWs for the 8fps mode in a single burst.

4K Video

The X-T30 is capable of shooting DCI 4K video (4096x2160 pixels) at frame rates of 29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p at 200Mbps/100Mbps quality for up to 10 minutes, using a full 6K readout with no cropping. Full 1080p recording is also available up to 60fps.

Memory Card Slot

The new camera features a single UHS-II memory card slot, unlike the more expensive X-T3 model which has dual card slots.

Battery Life

The X-T30 uses the same NP-W126S Li-ion battery as the X-T20 camera, providing a CIPA rated life of 380 shots. You can also recharge the camera via its USB port, as well as using the supplied charger.

Connectivity

The Fujifilm X-T30 offers two different connectivity options:

• Bluetooth
  Creates a constant, low-power connection between the X-T30 and a smartphone/tablet to transfer images and video using the Fujifilm Camera Remote smartphone app
  
• Wi-fi
  Remotely control the X-T30 via a 2.4Ghz wi-fi connection using a smartphone or tablet and the Fujifilm app, and transfer images and video

Colours

The Fujifilm X-T30 will be available in three different colours - Black and Silver will be available from the 20th March 2019, and the new Charcoal Silver colour will be released in May 2019.

UK Pricing

• X-T30 body only - £849
• X-T30 with XC 14-45mm lens - £899
• X-T30 with XF 18-55mm lens - £1199

US Pricing

• X-T30 body only - $899
• X-T30 with XC 14-45mm lens - $999
• X-T30 with XF 18-55mm lens - $1299

Initial Conclusion

The new Fujifilm X-T30 offers a lot of the key features of the flagship X-T3 camera in a much smaller, more portable pacakage, and it even dares to out-perform its bigger sibling in some ways too! We can't see any reason why the X-T30 won't continue to be the best-selling Fujifilm camera in the X-series range...

So what do you think? Leave a comment on the new Fujifilm X-T30 mirrorless camera below...

Hands On

Want to see exactly what the new Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C mirrorless camera looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Fujifilm X-T30 mirrorless camera, including side-by-side comparisons with the X-T3 and the X-T20.

A gallery of hands-on photos of the Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C mirrorless camera.

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Preview Images

​Ahead of our full review, here are some full-size JPEG and RAW sample images taken with the brand new Fujifilm X-T30 mirrorless​ camera in the beautiful Italian capital, Rome.

A gallery of sample images taken with a final production version of the Fujifilm X-T30 compact system camera.

Fujifilm X-T30 Sample Images

Sample RAW Images

The Fujifilm X-T30 enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files. We've provided some Fujifilm RAW (RAF) samples for you to download (thumbnail images shown below are not 100% representative).

Sample Movies & Video

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