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9.4.2020

Consider this a part 1 review, because I haven't quite finished customising it yet, so it is still a first impression. First thing to say, is that this should easily be a 5 star review; the fact that it is not is down to some irritations that other reviewers have mentioned and I hoped to find a get around for. The first is the Q button, but I'll get back to that, along with buttons generally. I paired the XT30 body with a 35mm f2 lens, which seems perfect for it, although the kit lens would be fine too - actually, adding a lens gives the camera a bit of heft and stability because it is extremely light without one, feeling slightly plasticky: put a lens on and that feeling disappears instantly.I added a wrist strap and a soft touch button, both of which I routinely add to every camera that I use. I also added a thumb grip, but to be honest, this is a waste of time as its placement just interferes with dials, viewfinder access - just don't bother. I had to search around for the iso control in the menu and then fixed the control to the front dial. I turned off the touch screen, but that is a matter of preference. Photographs, which are largely down to the lens, are crisp and sharp, with the usual good colours that Fuji cameras produce see my lens review for some test shots. The Q button and the joy stick are easy to press or use to move the focus position and this can become irritating. However, the trick is in how you grip the camera, which is between the tip of your thumb and the edge of your middle finger in a kind of pinch. I have big hands, so the tip of my middle finger just touches the camera base. I have ordered an accessory grip, which I expect will solve any immediate grip problems when fitted. I have been using Fuji cameras for some years for reasons of quality, style and the ease with which you can use manual controls: I didn't need an XT3 and the XT30 represented a considerable saving, although I note that the price has gone up recently. I bought into the Fuji system and sold all my Canon gear in the process - the XT30 is a second unit, but it has a lot going for it in terms of size and portability, the cmos4 sensor and video capability that offers most of what the XT3 offers, but not all. Any camera you buy is a compromise, you just have to find one that delivers most of what you need and I think that the XT30 does that for me without compromising quality. The Q button aside, the menus take some getting used to, I don't miss the D pad; I do think that there is a learning curve for maintaining the proper grip so it does not detract from the actual pleasure of taking photographs. Will I love this camera - maybe - I certainly love the images I can get, but that can be said for any of the modern Fuji cameras. If you want a hi-spec camera that comes in a compact package, this is definitely one to consider.Review Pt2: I have added a grip, and an eye-piece. I have been using it exclusively with the 35mm f2, but have other lenses, including the original kit lens that I got with an XE1 several years ago; that has ois, so it might be useful out and about. The picture quality - just jpegs, to keep it simple - are superb as long as I don't try to take them at too slow a shutter speed ad use dof intelligently: I find even at f5.6 backgrounds are thrown out beautifully for close-ups, while at f2, great for head and shoulders, the depth of field is so shallow as to make the shots of food I have been taking, close to looking just out of focus as depth of field is too shallow. Also, since we have been enjoying the sunshine, the choice of film simulation is important - I have found standard neg great in high contrast situations and that picture contrast in some of the film simulations, while punchy, just not up to handling shadow detail, or risk blown-out highlights. As with all new cameras, it is a bit of a learning curve. Nevertheless, I am amazed at the picture quality - always good with Fuji, but even better with the XT 30. As I mentioned previously, I bought this camera as a second unit, but find that it rather exceeds the capabilities of my XT 2, which is still a good camera, but lacks some of the specs that the XT 30 has, while losing none of the good points, with the exception that the XT 30 does try to over-ride the settings I sometimes choose for ISO and aperture; that and the fact that all of the function buttons are constantly being touched inadvertently. The grip, by smallrig, certainly helps - this is expensive, but it is worth it and I use rigs anyway as they are useful for video. Overall, I am more than happy with this camera and the quality of photographs I can take.
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2.4.2019

I bought this camera as a lighter alternative to my XT3. From that aspects, the XT30 is the best. The diminutive size coupled with lenses such as 27/2.8 or 35/2 make a very small and lightweight package for travelling. There is no other interchangeable camera of this quality and size at the moment.The picture quality is well-known as is the same as XT3. Beautiful rendering and sharp jpegs, my personal favourite is astia with highlight and noise reduction turned down and sharpness boosted a bit.The focus speed is really improved and the best ever Fuji has managed and is very competitive to the DSLR likes of Nikon and Canon, i.e. nothing to complain about,rather praise-worthy.I won't complain about the not so great grip compared with XT3 as XT30 is meant to be a smaller model.Now the not so great bit. The Q button is now placed right next to the thumb grip. I kept pressing that accidently all the time bringing up the shortcut menu on the screen. Also the lack of ok button means you have to press the joystick when selecting pictures etc. It does not always select correctly.Lastly, Fuji has skipped the separate battery charger with XT30. The good thing is you can use USB-C charging but for those who want to carry an extra battery (As the battery life is not great), buying external charger will be more convenient.Unfortunately for me, with the annoyances of the Q button and lack of battery charger I would rather continue using the slightly heavier XT3.Those who are deciding between XT3 and XT30, XT30 still remains a solid choice due to the similar image quality, much lower price and portability. Hopefully, Fuji will issue a fix to disable the Q button in the future and you can always buy a battery charger if needed.
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10.6.2019

Have had this camera for around a month now.Pros: Lightweight, super compact (especially with the 27mm pancake which is a dream of a lens) and fast responsive times. Great AF. Great video recording.Not so good: battery life is poor - around 400 shots. BUT, this is actually fine if you buy a spare battery and charge both. This can then last around a half day of full shooting.Video at 4k/HD obviously eats up memory. Also, to ensure proper recording for 4k video, you need the faster memory cards. I got a 128gn for around £25 on amazon which works great.Q button - this is actually not too bad. I think if you have large hands, it may be tricky, but I have actually found it to be fine.Fuji have released an update which sorts how sensitive it was to touch.Display - when you have in auto display mode/viewfinder, the display automatically turns off (with sensor) if you have your hand or strap near the viewfinder. This is not a real problem as you can just switch the auto off and have the LCD on.When camera not in use, the lcd turns off and it seems the camera sleeps - easiest way to take a shot is to turn on/off which is instant.The XF kit lens is fantastic as well.I've used DSLR for over 10 years, mainly in aperture mode. With the XT-30 I've been in auto mode as I needed to shoot the day after I got it and so not taken time to work out all controls. In auto it is exceptional, in low light, multiple faces, photo shoots/street photography etc.Recommendations:-large fast memory card- pancake lens 27mm f2.8 - lightweight, great quality, amazing image quality. Using this means I can put the camera in my pocket!
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1.4.2020

I was mulling over what camera to get after years of using a Nikon V1, I wanted something a bit more adaptable and, as my usage is changing, something able to handle interior photography a bit better. After messing around with a mates X-t1 for an hour I thought I would give Fuji a try. I couldn't stretch the budget to a X-T3 so it ws between the X-T30 and X-T2. I when with the 30 simply because is a newer camera so I figured it would be supported by fujis firmware updates longer than the 2 which is now 2 generations old.I've had the camera a week or so at this point, and haven't put it down since! I takes lovely quality images, the learning curve coming from the fairly basic Nikon isn't actually too steep,and because fujis are so popular, there's many articles and YouTube videos on set up etc.I bought just the body only and when for a 18-55 kit lens, which for £200 is brilliant! It's not the tiniest lens, but is very sharp, has image stabilisation and is quick too. I will be adding a 27mm pancake lens too in the future, which will make a great travel lens.If you're considering a step to fuji or adding another one, the X-T30 is worth a look, it's powerful, light and great quality! If only it was weather sealedRead full review...
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4.6.2020

Great product generally. Feature rich. Takes great pictures and video. Nice, fast autofcous. Love the retro styling.If you're planning to use this camera for live streaming, vlogging or long video shoots, there are three annoying problems I've found:1. Fuji have not left enough space between the micro HDMI and USB-C ports to have both a USB-C and micro HDMI cable plugged in at the same time. You have to cut away the connector casing of one of your cables (in my case, the USB-C cable) to fit both in.2. You can't charge the camera via USB when it's turned on, only when it's turned off. This is a problem if you're using the camera for Web streaming or long video shoots.To work around this you have to buy a dummy battery which allows you to power the camera from an external source (the CP-W126 battery coupler for NP-W126) does the trick. I bought a cheap one off ebay.3. The flip up screen doesn't flip through 180 degrees. So If you're trying to shoot a selfie, you can't see what you're shooting. Or in a home studio context, where the camera is on a boom arm, you can't the menus easily without disturbing the position of the camera.Read full review...
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26.8.2019

Wow if you are thinking of upgrading to a mirrorless camera then you cant get much better than this little beauty, I love photography and I have completed 3 courses on it but I don't know it all and you never will, this camera will help you grow in confidence about photography, I have a lumix lx100 which is an amazing little camera, perfect for traveling a go anywhere camera, I wanted to up grade and the Fuji xt30 was a perfect match for what I wanted, the things that I loved on the LX100 were the manual controls on it, I felt more connected to the camera, it is a more personal interaction with what I'm doing, the Fuji is very similar in that respect,there is a fine line between style over substance and I am glad to say that this as both, its important to any photographer that the camera can be used for the style you are into but most of all it has to feel right in the hand and this does, you can read all about the technical stuff on the internet till the cows come home but its not until you hold one that you know its right, before you buy any camera go and hold it and see how it feels
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9.8.2019

I've doing travel photography for 20+ years. I started with Canon (A1) in 1980s and ended with 5DMKIII (2016). Then I dropped Canon, not for quality, but purely for the size and weight. As we get old, weak and tired, we look for lighter & smaller equipment for mobility to keep our (photography) passion alive. So when I found Fuji XT1, I found my solution and sold all my Canon stuff. Then I moved to XT2 and noticed that the camera was getting heavier & bigger slightly. I got XT30 recently ( I don't really need it) purely for the smaller size & weights. I tested it and kept in my travel bag since then. To be honest, now I've a choice: what do I carry for international travels...XT2,XT30 with several lenses or my another recent favourite, the magnificent Sony RX10M4 (24-600 /2.8-4).
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14.7.2019

Got this after owning the X-T3 as a smaller alternative for travel, which it is, although only around 300g lighter. Its too small really my nose moves the AF point around on the screen when I look through the viewfinder! I use the excellent stabilised 18-55mm kit lens on it, but even this tiny lens seems large on it. I mean the camera is a miracle in terms of what it can do for the size and Im sure I will get on with it as a travel camera, but if you want to do it as a serious hobby with any larger lenses the X-T3 is much more sensible. That said, I think the X series is coming near the end of the line,with Full Frame cameras like the Nikon Z6 being so small/lighter and getting cheaper I cant see me buying another non full frame camera.
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4.1.2020

As an owner of an X-T3 and this X-T30, I can safely say the X-T30 is like a leaner, lighter version of it's big brother, with vary few compromises. There are fewer buttons on the back, a slower high speed shutter, and no 400mbps 10bit internal movie recording. But unless you're a professional film maker you will not miss anything. And even if you are, the X-T30 can still HDMI output 10bit 4:2:2 to an external recorder like the X-T3.Photo wise, it produces the exact same results as the X-T3 as they both share the same sensor.The only real downside if you're an all-weather photographer is no weather sealing.All-in-all,it's a beautiful compact Fuji for people who want a lighter camera than the X-T3 at a lower price with few compromises.
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28.4.2019

Borrowed this for a day from my friend. As a Canon 60d owner I never used a Fuji before. Fills all my current expectations for a small expensive camera. This camera represents a successful evolution of Fuji's X-T series with the addition of features that are currently leading-edge in this price bracket.I have so far only made use of a fraction of the camera's potential. The 4th Generation image CMOS sensor and processor which also includes 26.1 megapixel resolution and fast high-performance AF is amazing. Great value for money.

21.5.2020

Getting back to photography i had to get a new camera decided mirrorles was the way to go to replace my Nikon D7200 DSLR camera, as I was starting from scratch, after my research on formats I really feel in love with the Fuji system the Fuji T-x30 is absolutely brilliant although if you have big hands get a cheap hand grip to mount on its other then that it's old school camera look and physical dial buttons are well placed and has good auto focus, it's jpegs with Fuji colour profiles are wow.

4.6.2020

Amazon service at its best. Product arrived sealed and intact and delivery period exceptional. Maybe packing could have been more robust and discreet in lieu of nature of contents. Indeed Amazon all -round- service ironed out any fears and second thoughts i may have had prior purchase. Satisfied and highly recommended!

11.9.2019

The autofocus and settings are generally good for shooting fast shots and moving objects. Sometimes need to switch to your own settings but overall great entry level / intermediate combination. Would advise a bigger lens for wildlife photography but as the quality is good - you can always edit and crop

3.9.2019

This is a great little camera but I found it just a bit too small to hold comfortably and the 18-55 lens doesn't focus very close so in the end I decided that it didn't really suit my use and sent it back. Ended up with a Lumix G9 with Leica 12-60 which I am very happy with.

27.2.2020

Fujifilm xt30 combined with my 35mm f1.4 is amazing. You will get best shots while travelling. Even great for street photography. Fujifilm amazing film simulations let you shoot in jpegs without worry. This is a little wonder of camera.

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