Fujifilm X-T30 III Charcoal Silver 2020
Fujifilm
74 Overall Score
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Nikon Z Z9 2024
Nikon
90 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Fujifilm X-T30 III Charcoal Silver 2020
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Nikon Z Z9 2024
93 out of 100 high confidence 53 reviews
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Autofocus performance 9
Build quality 7
Image quality 8
Firmware updates 5
Battery life 4
Weight and size 4
Scores
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Product Photography
Beginner
Youtube
Streaming
Vlogging
Travel
Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T30 III | Nikon Z Z9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | Stacked BSI CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 26.100000381469727 MP | 45.70000076293945 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 64★ |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | — | Phase Detection: 493 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 20 fps | 30 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 120 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | — | ✓★ |
| Codec | H.264, H.265 | H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.38 kg★ | 2.64 kg |
| Battery Life | 470 shots | 700 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Fujifilm X-T30 III Charcoal Silver 2020
- Strong sensor (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong evf (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (15th percentile)15th %ile
Nikon Z Z9 2024
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average social proof (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z9
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.