FUJIFILM X-T30 II
Photography week|January 20, 2022
A refresh for a classic design
Rod Lawton
FUJIFILM X-T30 II

www.fujifilm.co.uk £769/$899

The Fujifilm X-T30 is a modest refresh of the original X-T30, which was launched back in February 2019. It’s a compact APS-C mirrorless camera, with classic external controls and a distinct retro look.

Previously, the X-T30 was one of Fujifilm’s mid-high-end cameras, but now that the entry-level X-A7 and X-T200 appear to have been dropped, the X-T30, and now the X-T30 II, are Fujifilm’s new entry-level options, along with the rangefinder-style Fujifilm X-E4 and the more mainstream X-S10, which we think is one of the best mirrorless cameras around right now.

The X-T30 II has Fujifilm’s latest and best 26.1-megapixel sensor, 4K video and 8fps continuous shooting. Technically, it has a lot in common with the similarly-priced X-S10, while Fujifilm’s flagship X-T4 is a whole step above, with better 4K video, faster burst shooting and in-body stabilisation. Still, despite its small size, the X-T30 II is a powerful mid-range device that would suit any enthusiast looking for a light, compact camera.

Key features

Inside is a 26-megapixel Fujifilm X-Trans sensor that has a small but useful advantage over its 20-24 megapixel rivals. There’s no in-body stabilisation, which is a shame, given that the X-S10 does have this. Also, the rear screen only has a tilting action, where the X-S10 has a full vari-angle mechanism.

The X-T30 II also boasts a sophisticated phase-detect autofocus system covering the full frame, with the ability to specify focus zones and single points. Its continuous shooting speed of eight frames per second is good for a camera in this class, although if you switch to the electronic shutter it’s capable of 30fps, albeit with a slight 1.25x crop.

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