Fujifilm
X-T30 III
Compact X-T series body with flagship AF in a small package.
$899
Released Aug 2025
Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Released Feb 2020
X-T30 III is 5.6 years newer.
Wins
X-T30 III
Wins
X100V
9 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-T30 III has higher RAW buffer depth (78 frames vs 17 frames)
- AX-T30 III has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BX100V has higher EVF resolution (3,690,000 vs 2,360,000)
- BX100V has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 8 fps)
- AX-T30 III has lower Weight (378 g vs 478 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-T30 III
118 × 83 × 47 mm
378 g (0.83 lb / 13.33 oz)
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
X-T30 III is 10mm narrower and 7mm thinner than X100V but it is also 8mm taller.
X-T30 III is 100 g lighter than X100V.
Depth (front-to-back): 47mm X-T30 III · 53mm X100V
Sensor size, to scale
X-T30 III
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-T30 III
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
X100V: 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-T30 III
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 118.4, 82.8, 46.8
RAW buffer depth
78 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only X-T30 III supports it
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X-T30 III supports it
Codecs
Adds H.265
Reasons to choose
X100V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
Weather sealing
Only X100V supports it
EVF resolution
3,690,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
350 shots vs 315 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.66 × vs 0.62 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 26.1 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 160
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 12,800
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-T30 III
Pros
- ✓Small body
- ✓Modern AF
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Smaller grip
- –Enthusiast not pro build
X100V
Pros
- ✓Classic design
- ✓Leaf shutter
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Proven street camera
Cons
- –Superseded by X100VI
- –Fixed lens
- –No IBIS
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-T30 III or X100V?
X-T30 III scores 8.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for X100V — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-T30 III and X100V?
Both cameras share the same 26.1 MP resolution.
Do the X-T30 III and X100V have in-body image stabilization?
X-T30 III does not have IBIS, while x100V does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-T30 III or the X100V?
X-T30 III reaches 30 fps electronic. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-T30 III and X100V?
X-T30 III weighs 378 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X-T30 III is 100 g lighter.
Do the X-T30 III and X100V record 4K video?
X-T30 III: 4K up to 60p. X100V: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X-T30 III and X100V weather sealed?
X-T30 III: No. X100V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 315 shots (CIPA) for the X-T30 III and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the X100V the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-T30 III launched at $899 and X100V at $1,399. The X-T30 III is $500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.