Fujifilm
X-T2
Weather-sealed X-T flagship that brought 24MP X-Trans III and serious 4K to Fujifilm.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Jul 2016
Fujifilm
X-T30 III
Compact X-T series body with flagship AF in a small package.
$899
Launch priceReleased Aug 2025
X-T30 III is 9.2 years newer.
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Wins
X-T2
Wins
X-T30 III
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-T30 III has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 60 fps)
- BX-T30 III has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 8 fps)
- BX-T30 III has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 14 fps)
- BX-T30 III has higher Max video bit rate (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
- AX-T2 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX-T2
133 × 92 × 49 mm
507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X-T30 III
118 × 83 × 47 mm
378 g (0.83 lb / 13.33 oz)
X-T2 is 14mm wider, 9mm taller, and 2mm thicker than X-T30 III.
X-T2 is 129 g heavier than X-T30 III.
Depth (front-to-back): 49mm X-T2 · 47mm X-T30 III
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-T2
133 × 92 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T30 III
118 × 83 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-T2
133 × 49 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X-T30 III
118 × 47 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-T2
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
X-T30 III
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-T2
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X-T30 III: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X-T2
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 91.8, 49.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Weather sealing
Only X-T2 supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.77 × vs 0.62 × — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
27 frames vs 23 frames — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
340 shots vs 315 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T30 III
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, Eyes…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.4, 82.8, 46.8
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, MPEG-4 AVC
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-T2
Pros
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓24MP X-Trans III
- ✓4K video
- ✓Dual card slots
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Older AF
- –Needs grip for best video
X-T30 III
Pros
- ✓Small body
- ✓Modern AF
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Smaller grip
- –Enthusiast not pro build
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X-T2 and X-T30 III at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X-T2
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X-T2 or X-T30 III?
X-T30 III scores 9.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for X-T2 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X-T2 and X-T30 III?
X-T2 is 24.3 MP and X-T30 III is 26.1 MP, so the X-T30 III captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X-T2 and X-T30 III?
X-T2 does not have IBIS, while X-T30 III does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-T2 or the X-T30 III?
X-T2 reaches 14 fps electronic. X-T30 III reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-T2 and X-T30 III?
X-T2 weighs 507 g and X-T30 III weighs 378 g, so the X-T30 III is 129 g lighter.
Do the X-T2 and X-T30 III record 4K video?
X-T2: 4K up to 30p. X-T30 III: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the X-T2 and X-T30 III weather sealed?
X-T2: Yes. X-T30 III: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 340 shots (CIPA) for the X-T2 and 315 shots for the X-T30 III, giving the X-T2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-T2 launched at $1,599 and X-T30 III at $899. The X-T30 III is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm press materials.