Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon Z fc — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 26 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-T30 II
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Nikon · Mirrorless · 21 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Nikon Z fc
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm X-T30 II and the Nikon Z fc are mirrorless cameras released in 2021, and the X-T30 II is the smaller, lighter carry. It measures 118 x 83 x 47 mm and weighs 383 g, against 135 x 94 x 44 mm and 445 g for the Z fc. That 62 g difference favours the X-T30 II for a compact kit. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2021 | 2021 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 2, 2021 | July 29, 2021 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 118 x 83 x 47 mm | 135 x 94 x 44 mm |
| Camera weight | 383 g | 445 g |
| Optics | 67/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe X-T30 II is the stronger pick for fast action and heavy cropping. It offers up to 30 fps in burst shooting, against 11 fps for the Z fc, and its 26 megapixels give more room to crop a distant subject than the Z fc's 21 megapixels. Its 425 autofocus points also cover more of the frame than the Z fc's 209. They differ in exposure range and lens choice. The Z fc offers a 100 ISO base and 51200 ISO native ceiling, against 160 and 12800 ISO on the X-T30 II, favouring the Nikon in bright light and at high sensitivities without expansion. Each pairs a CMOS APS-C sensor with an electronic viewfinder, and neither offers in-body stabilisation. The native lens systems differ: Fujifilm X versus Nikon Z. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
26 MP050 | 21 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6240 x 4160 | 5568 x 3712 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
23.5 x 15.6 | 23.5 x 15.7 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
30 fps045 | 11 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
X-Processor 4 | Expeed 6 |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
16030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
128003003280000 | 512003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
8030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
512003003280000 | 2048003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
90044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
4250300 | 2090300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 91/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoSlow motion is well served by either camera: each records video up to 4K resolution, and each offers frame rates up to 120 fps for slowing fast action. Both also include a built-in timelapse mode, so interval work needs no external trigger on either body. The practical difference for editors is the file format. The X-T30 II records MPEG-4 and H.264, a widely compatible codec, while the Z fc records MPEG-4 and MOV. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 4K | 4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
4096 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
120 fps | 120 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-T30 II is the more convenient camera for fill light, because it has a built-in flash for quick indoor or backlit shots, while the Z fc requires an external flash unit. Both support external flash, so studio and accessory flash work remains open to either. Screen and wireless features are shared: both offer a 3-inch, 1,040,000-dot touch LCD that flips out for waist-level and self-framed shots, plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for transfer. Neither has GPS for shot locations, and neither is weather sealed. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 35/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryRated battery life favours the X-T30 II, at 380 shots against 260 for the Z fc. Each uses its own battery, the NP-W126S and the EN-EL25, so spares are specific to each system. Storage and charging match: both take SD, SDHC and SDXC cards at UHS-I speed in one slot, and both support USB charging from a laptop or power bank. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-W126S | EN-EL25 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
380 shots1505000 | 260 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The Fujifilm X-T30 II is the better choice for action and cropping. Its 30 fps burst, 425 autofocus points and 26 megapixels suit birds in flight, sports and heavy crops, and the built-in flash adds fill light without extra kit.
The Nikon Z fc is the better pick if you want to build on Nikon Z lenses or often shoot bright scenes, thanks to its 100 ISO base and higher native sensitivity ceiling. Both record up to 4K, both reach 120 fps, and their touch screens and wireless features match.