Fujifilm X-T30 - A Practical Comparison with the X-T3 & X-T20

I’ve been using the Fuji X-T30 for about a month alongside my X-T3 and replacing my X-T20, which was my previous back up camera. This isn’t an in-depth review of all the cameras details and features or a technical break down image quality or a comparison with other cameras. Instead, it’s an overview of how good I feel the X-T30 is for shooting landscapes, and how it compares with the X-T3 and X-T20
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  • @michaelyolch79
    @michaelyolch794 жыл бұрын

    Andy, you just saved me from over an entire year of paralysis of analysis! UGH! I watched literally hundreds (if not thousands) of videos on Sony, Nikon, Canon, Leica, and FUJI. I've scrolled through hundreds of different cameras with different features. When I finally decided that FUJI was definitely the route I wanted to go, I was THEN crippled by which one!!! X-T3? But the X-T4 will be out! Do I "really" plan to shoot professionally? What will its specs be?!?! Keep it simple with an X-100F? The V is on the way! X-H1? Yes! No wait, it vanished! Will there be an X-H2...yes, no, yes, no. GOOD GRIEF! For everything I plan to shoot, the X-T30 wins, hands-down....especially knowing that it's literally identical to the image quality of the X-T3 without all the bells and whistles that I could care less about. Thank you, thank you, thank you! And there was much rejoicing. :D

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment and really glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful. The XT30 is a fantastic camera, I'm sure you'll be really happy with it.

  • @hanoitripper1809

    @hanoitripper1809

    4 жыл бұрын

    Me too! Ive watched camera review vids for the past two weeks! I went from being close to buying the the canon M50 then to M6mk2, but now ive found some great Fuji cams!

  • @cbrmike69

    @cbrmike69

    4 жыл бұрын

    Michael, do you like your xt30? Im on the fence about what to get. Canon EOS RP or a fuji. I just want stunning pictures that are easy to capture. Im starting a small scale charity-donating printing service and want to print my own photos as well. Photos of anything, flowers, landscape, portrait etc. Will the xt30 be the route of no regrets? Or should i consider the canon

  • @armandofourielombard2816

    @armandofourielombard2816

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@cbrmike69 I’m literally choosing between the same cameras but I already own canon gear , but I’m on a budget as well, so I’ll have to sell my canon gear to switch over , honestly I’ll probably have to rent both cameras to see , I like the grip on the rp though

  • @DogeFrom2014

    @DogeFrom2014

    3 жыл бұрын

    This is literally me right now!! Soooo many options, it takes forever to research all the options and then to compare all the nuances of each camera. It's a headache. But finally it's all clear to me now. Before I was only comparing between Canon's mirrorless options (M50 vs M6 II vs RP), now I've realized that FUJI's offerings was the missing link that I needed. X-T30 is definitely the winner of all the options I've looked at.

  • @abelgreeve3641
    @abelgreeve36413 жыл бұрын

    Andy is really so far, the only photographer that makes me excited to watch a camera review because of how amazing his shot is, just wow, I am speechless

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you enjoy my work

  • @dexterdegeaut8625
    @dexterdegeaut86253 жыл бұрын

    This is the best and most comprehensive comparison of the X-T30, X-T3, & x-T20 I've seen on KZread. Thank you.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

  • @yigalkatyusha

    @yigalkatyusha

    3 жыл бұрын

    Indeed

  • @angusbooker3295

    @angusbooker3295

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'll pile on. Fantastic review !! I'm not looking up your workshops..

  • @WangJasonJun
    @WangJasonJun4 жыл бұрын

    Hands down best KZread channel I've seen so far. Practical. Detailed. Your voice sounds like a doctor, so calming and soothing. And your technique is as brilliant as a doctor. Hope you could produce more videos and we can learn more about photography from you!! Thank you Andy!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, it’s very kind of you to say. Glad you find the channel useful

  • @Andrew-nx5hh
    @Andrew-nx5hh5 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison and explanation of some of the terminology in clear simple language. Thanks very much.

  • @law32O8
    @law32O85 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison. Love your photography and video work. Really enjoy watching and learning from your content.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @stephenscharf6293
    @stephenscharf62935 жыл бұрын

    Really nice video, Andy. I really like your videos, and your down-to-earth and pragmatic sensibilities. Good job as always! Cheers, mate!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Stephen, glad you enjoyed the video

  • @yoramswiers
    @yoramswiers4 жыл бұрын

    This was exactly the review I was looking for. Awesome work thank you so much!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

  • @swepeuaq
    @swepeuaq3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review Andy. Nice and clear explanation of the features. Can't wait to get one and learn more about what it can do.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video

  • @capt1089
    @capt10895 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy. Great video as always. Also, thank you for the advice you gave me recently on printing a pano. Received the print a few days ago and it looks great! Thanks again!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    No worries Jim, glad the pano came out well...and thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video

  • @lukewolf2601
    @lukewolf26015 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the detailed comparision, very informative!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

  • @ChristopherMichaelR
    @ChristopherMichaelR5 жыл бұрын

    This has to be the best and most detailed comparison review out there. Excellent information!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

  • @jonfletcher147
    @jonfletcher1475 жыл бұрын

    Some of the best content on KZread Andy...

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Jonathan, glad you enjoy the videos

  • @bgsrb7730
    @bgsrb77303 жыл бұрын

    This is by far the best review I've seen on this subject. Also great photos. Thank you Andy

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you found it useful

  • @zeroice00
    @zeroice005 жыл бұрын

    I like how you explain the practical value of the technical differences... thumbs up

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

  • @rkonkup6432
    @rkonkup64324 жыл бұрын

    Undoubtedly the best comparison video of X-T30. This has helped me a lot. I'll get my cam next Friday..exited !

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful. Hope you enjoy the X-T30, it's a great little camera

  • @bjoernrie
    @bjoernrie6 ай бұрын

    Awesome review! Thank you for showing the footage and the editing as well!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it

  • @abdulwahabalfeleej6534
    @abdulwahabalfeleej65344 жыл бұрын

    Great review, you made me finally decided what version I should choose

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad it was useful

  • @loushared6602
    @loushared66025 жыл бұрын

    A really useful review, i enjoyed that

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @ramtube94
    @ramtube944 жыл бұрын

    Andy, awesome review. It's the first time in my life looking into the Fuji line up. I'm on a really tight budget so i have been looking for a while now (2 months) and this video nailed for me. The images you showed us is what i have been looking for and specially at that price range, x-t30 it is!! Best of luck.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you found the video useful

  • @DogeFrom2014
    @DogeFrom20143 жыл бұрын

    After watching countless mind-numbing camera reviews, this one really did it for me. Despite being 25 minutes, I found myself really engaged in this review and found it incredibly informative and educational. Really appreciate the slow pace and the candidness, unlike most lightning fast-paced reviews that make you feel intimidated. By far one of the best, if not _the_ best, review of any camera.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, that's a really lovely comment. Glad you enjoyed the review and found it useful

  • @HongUtube2009
    @HongUtube20093 жыл бұрын

    Best review on the comparison of those two cameras.right to the point with amazing sample photos and videos! Just subscribed the channel.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed it

  • @followthehippos
    @followthehippos5 жыл бұрын

    thought out, clear and informational. thanks! You helped me decide. I'll be going for the xt30

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching, I'm sure you'll love the X-T30, it's an amazing camera.

  • @jed23ify

    @jed23ify

    5 жыл бұрын

    robert nammour really wish is had the flip out screen, it would barely cost them anything, is taller or older people out there, this becomes a deal breaker for landscape photography. Oh well, time to save up for the X-T3

  • @followthehippos

    @followthehippos

    5 жыл бұрын

    Andy Mumford I've been loving it!

  • @heathmcintyre8900
    @heathmcintyre89005 жыл бұрын

    You've just taught me SO much! Brilliant teacher:) THANK YOU.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed the video

  • @julioareck
    @julioareck5 жыл бұрын

    Very informative review; thank you! I'm going to travel backpacking to South East Asia this summer and I was trying to decide whether the X-T3 or the X-T30 would be the best choice for my first Fuji camera. Because size and weight matter a lot for me when traveling, I've almost decided for the X-T30 thanks to your review.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you found it useful

  • @geet752
    @geet7525 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely superb video. Thank you so much for this, great pictures sir.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou

  • @JohnKennedy-ll5hp
    @JohnKennedy-ll5hp2 жыл бұрын

    Really great review. Appreciate your insight.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you found it useful

  • @MrKenn1230
    @MrKenn12305 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy, this was a GREAT and very informative review of the X-T30 comparisons with the X-T20 and X-T3. THANK YOU for including video footage and photos for comparison purposes! BTW, I remembered you mentioned the gentleman than walked into your cliffs shots by accident- I actually liked him in the shots! Besides adding a size/height perspective to the shot, him standing alone on a cliff watching this great sunrise gave the shot an ethereal effect for me. Add one more subscriber to your channel tally!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the sub, really glad you enjoyed the review. I didn't mind the guy walking into my shot, he really does add to it, I was just concerned at how dangerous it was as there was a long drop if he slipped

  • @nirvana613
    @nirvana6133 жыл бұрын

    I've been using the X-T20 for a while now and the F-log has got me considering whether or not it's worth the upgrade .Great video as always !

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video. I personally think F Log is worth it, but it really depends how important video is to you

  • @dinodinov6557
    @dinodinov65574 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review and really fantastic photos. I am just looking to buy my first Fujifilm camera and it will probably be one of these two.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video. Enjoy the new camera

  • @doughunwick766
    @doughunwick7664 жыл бұрын

    had XT-30 for 2months & find it really feature complete for my all round photography habit thanks for your excellent comparison with XT-3

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment...glad you liked the video

  • @anishmajumdar8043
    @anishmajumdar8043 Жыл бұрын

    When you pause every few minutes because the pictures are breathtakingly gorgeous!! Andy, I'm switching from a Canon 6D to a used XT20 as I dont get enough time for landscape photography anymore. And I've noticed the weight and volume to be very prohibitive for street and travel with the Canon EOS system. I want to get something lighter and capable. Looking at the images you created using the XT20, I have absolutely zero doubts that this change will limit me in any way. And you have just inspired me to work more on my skillset. The images are just gorgeous.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you found the video useful. Have fun with the XT20, it's a great camera

  • @xen0_0x
    @xen0_0x4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, you made me to chose Fuji as new system! Was really considered about switching to FF from Nikon dx, but now after watching your work it is clearly that with APSC you could make really fascinating photos in landscape scenery!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment Alexander, glad you found the video useful. I really hope you enjoy the new camera

  • @alecfortin6958
    @alecfortin6958 Жыл бұрын

    This definitely helped me out a ton, thanks!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the review useful

  • @adrianmcnally6006
    @adrianmcnally60063 жыл бұрын

    Super informative, thank you so much 👏

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you found it useful

  • @augustofioretti6938
    @augustofioretti69383 жыл бұрын

    This video has been an amazing help. Thank you so much.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you found it useful

  • @augustofioretti6938

    @augustofioretti6938

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford I am eying for a XT-30 right now and lenses mainly for landscape photos. You've given me the precise information I needed. Merci.

  • @ajinkyapc
    @ajinkyapc10 ай бұрын

    Wow! Andy, the images are very beautiful!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much 🙏

  • @saiyan_princestudios9790
    @saiyan_princestudios97904 жыл бұрын

    Man lots of reviews out there but none with examples this good.👍

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @TheJacCottrell
    @TheJacCottrell3 жыл бұрын

    Using an X-T20 now and deciding on X-T3, X-T30, X-T4 or even the new X-S10. This was a great review, thank you. Also - making the back dial the ISO selector is a KILLER tip, paused the video and changed my settings before moving on!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you found it useful

  • @Dardlem
    @Dardlem5 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you very much! I’ve been looking to upgrade from my Nikon D5100 and wanted to go mirrorless. I am almost convinced to go with Fujifilm due to your videos.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful. And good luck with the Fuji :-)

  • @Zenfiren
    @Zenfiren4 жыл бұрын

    The best and most useful review for me on this topic! Im kinda newbie with more expensive cameras and I've been wondering and watching reviews like 2 weeks for what Fujifilm camera (T4/T3/T30/T20) and lenses should I buy. I think this video helped me a lot and I think I will choose X-T30 and 16mm 1.4 and one other smaller standard lens with it! Thanks for the video :)

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. Really glad you found the video so useful. The X-T30 is an amazing camera and I use it for a good 40-50% of my work.

  • @StudioLD
    @StudioLD4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man! This video really motivated me to start working and buy that piece of technology. Originally, I wanted to buy the Sony a7III but this video changed my point of view and yeah. Great job!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful

  • @stepitup5409
    @stepitup54095 жыл бұрын

    excellent review! Thanks

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou

  • @danielreyes3638
    @danielreyes36383 жыл бұрын

    What a clear explanation, deep, honest and useful. Thanks for your time and professionalism. I follow you immediately. I am thinking on leaving my Nikon full frame ... direct to Fuji... because of the weight ... thanks again for the review ...

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment Daniel, I'm glad it was useful. If you do switch to Fuji, good luck with it....I'm sure you'll be really happy

  • @samsonblay2206
    @samsonblay22064 жыл бұрын

    Looooved this video! Just Got my own Fujifilm X-T3 and this video is part of the reason. I actually did a video with my first impression of the camera, and I gotta day, I was surprised. I’ve used canon my whole photography life, but it’s always felt like the shoe didn’t quite fit right with me. The style and feeling of canon just wasn’t my cup of tea. Now the shoe finally fits and I feel more motivated than ever, with my Fuji xt3.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video. Have fun with the X-T3...it's a fantastic camera

  • @Maria-cd9zh
    @Maria-cd9zh2 жыл бұрын

    The best comparison video in the whole internet I’ve ever seen) thank you.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed the review

  • @SteveDickinsonJr
    @SteveDickinsonJr3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for doing this video! This exact scenario applies to me. My xt-20 took a tumble recently (fabulous camera btw and my first Fuji .. I'm hooked!) and I was torn between upgrading to the xt-30, xt-3 or even the xt-4. This video helped me make up my mind to go with the xt-3. I look forward to a better grip, better LCD tilting, weather proofing, dedicated ISO wheel and all the other hight-lights you mentioned. Cheers and thanks again!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really glad the video was useful

  • @vikhyatverma4016

    @vikhyatverma4016

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford What's the point in Buying X-T3 when u can get Sony a7iii for that price That's even Full Frame?

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@vikhyatverma4016 because I don’t need full frame, and the Fuji is better to use as well as having lighter lenses.

  • @sadeqsegaraga8766

    @sadeqsegaraga8766

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford. May i know the reasons why you don't need/use full frame?

  • @lmhjgseuk8213
    @lmhjgseuk82134 жыл бұрын

    I'm convinced! Thanks! 😎

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's a great camera

  • @minalouisyassa
    @minalouisyassa3 жыл бұрын

    Those graded F log videos at the end are amazing.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you enjoyed it

  • @SourianteOrange
    @SourianteOrange5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you kindly for your hard work!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, hope the review was useful

  • @SourianteOrange

    @SourianteOrange

    5 жыл бұрын

    Andy Mumford If one has a curious mind, any information could be useful. This video is about xt30, but it is also for tx20 and t3 as well.:) And if someone is juggling his mind between Fuji and Sony/Cannon(...), it makes the choice easier. Of course, not necessarily in favor of Fuji. Have a nice day!

  • @topcopy98
    @topcopy984 жыл бұрын

    A serious photographer that does beautiful work. 👍

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment

  • @Ev0ktube
    @Ev0ktube5 жыл бұрын

    For me, it mostly came down to the evf in direct comparison. It’s just so much nicer on the xt2/xt3! Great video, thank you!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ah yes, the EVF. I made notes to talk about it in the review, then forgot to mention it (I don't use a prompter or anything, just notes) and only realised I'd forgotten to talk about it when I edited the video together. The size of the EVF on the X-T3 does make it better to use, although I have to admit that as I almost always have the camera on a tripod I only use it about 10% of the time and thus don't notice it so much when I switch the X-T30 as the LCDs are very similar

  • @Ev0ktube

    @Ev0ktube

    5 жыл бұрын

    A burden of a landscape photographer 😉

  • @BelowZero
    @BelowZero5 жыл бұрын

    95% of time I shoot stills and no matter how desperately I try to justify an upgrade, my X-T20 still performs amazingly well. I almost bought X-T3 but decided to use that extra cash and spend on new lens. I mean eventually I will upgrade but for photography alone, picture quality differences are still quite marginal.

  • @glacieractivity

    @glacieractivity

    5 жыл бұрын

    As non video shooter myself on your brother-camera -(xe3) - I see no reason to upgrade. I do however have my mind and eyes fixed on the xt2 (for the stills I take and the weather sealing it provides). If I shot hybrid the story would be different. (And I love Fuji for not crippling their "baby cameras" - while going all in on bringing the best they can do in terms of sensor and colour science and all that to everyone) I have looked at the early reviews of what they do on the medium format scene today - The entire company is acting so dedicated with their glass-line up - and with their "happiness per dollar" approach while the other companies are so engaged in the FF "game of thrones thing" that they do not even notice what little Fuji is doing on the crop and expanded size side of things. We both own that t20/e3 babies that now are "last gen". And for making still images they are still mindbogglingly good. To the extent that it is the glass that defines the sharpness. Fact is that when I held the xt3 I felt a bit like Fuji moving away from that "adorable" side of the xt2 generation (gen3) with all we love from owning the fully specked babies. It is less "focused" as a still camera. It is hard to explain. But it makes sense when we remember that Leica knows that it is possible to get photographers to pay more for less. Holding a camera that is not too confused about what it should be. Thus being more "thoroughbred" instead of being yet another "bastard" (maybe?).

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    You almost certainly wouldn't see a difference in still images from your X-T20 to and an X-T3 or X-T30. To be honest, I think we've reached a point where image quality is so good in so many cameras that most upgrades just give small incremental increases in image quality. Of course there's the big leaps like the GFX 100S, but that's a whole different world. I've shot with quite a few cameras and during workshops I get to see the RAW files of all kinds of different cameras, and in most cases absolute image quality really isn't all that different. The upgrades now are mostly in features, and ultimately it means that the best camera really is the one you feel most comfortable shooting.

  • @WillZipf

    @WillZipf

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m still using a Canon rebel t3i, it is so outdated but still works great.

  • @ericwilson2632

    @ericwilson2632

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@WillZipf my cousin use it for pro work and she a girl...she said she knows that camera in side out!!!

  • @fyraiett
    @fyraiett4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for a great review! Now i'm sure i will buy the X-T30! :)

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment

  • @Clodrock
    @Clodrock3 жыл бұрын

    Well done! Picked up a clean X-T30 which I got on Offerup for $480. Missing the D-pad but this thing is light years ahead of my old X-T10.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, the X-T30 is a wonderful camera. Have fun with it

  • @oldgrumpyjim5003
    @oldgrumpyjim50035 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy a very detailed review. I'll be sticking to my X-T2 and 20 for just now I'll maybe wait a wee while as I've heard there maybe a higher res coming soon? but I'm not sure they could squeeze much more out of that wee sensor. Great review.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you liked the review. I'm doubtful that there's a higher res camera coming "soon", Fuji are pretty consistent in their upgrades and seem to be more interested in dynamic range and noise performance, alongside features like video and AF than resolution. The biggest jump I can imagine on an APS-C sensor would be to take them to 32mp, and that seems to me highly unlikely in the year or so. Fuji don't make their own sensors and a good idea of what we can expect in terms of resolution is often found in equivalent cameras. If Sony APS-C cameras start appearing with 32mp sensors for example, then there's a fair chance that the next Fuji sensor will be built on similar architecture with the same mp count. Even so, it's unlikely to appear until the X-T4, which would mean late 2020 at the earliest. Of course it's all speculation and no-one knows :-)

  • @oldgrumpyjim5003

    @oldgrumpyjim5003

    5 жыл бұрын

    Andy Mumford aye it’s interesting times Andy 👍

  • @ulfjonsson2122
    @ulfjonsson21223 жыл бұрын

    Superb video Andy, Thanks / Ulf

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it

  • @qualaup
    @qualaup5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching

  • @badeston
    @badeston4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andy, thanks for the very useful review. I'm switching to xt-30 from a Canon 6D for size and weight reasons, hope I won't regret the Canon!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, I'm sure you'll be happy with the switch, the XT30 is a great camera

  • @taivaldes9937

    @taivaldes9937

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same! I currently have the Canon 6D, I'm thinking about switching to the xt30 as a more portable option. How are you liking the xt30, does it fulfill your expectations or is it lacking in any specific way after using it for a while? Thanks for your help.

  • @TheOctodread
    @TheOctodread2 жыл бұрын

    Very enjoyable review

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you enjoyed it

  • @HappyGrl41
    @HappyGrl414 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the review and it's very helpful and timely. I sold my XT-2 and then missed Fuji so now I'm deciding between the XT-3, XT-30, and the XE-3. I probably can't go wrong with any of them and I found your comparisons helpful. I think the cost of the XT-3 is probably going to stop me from getting one. I tried out the XT-30 at an electronics store and it is small but I do like the fact that it has the same sensor as the XT-3.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    You can't really go wrong with either, they're both such great cameras

  • @joecaraccio5866

    @joecaraccio5866

    3 жыл бұрын

    I love the X-E3 and it's my primary everyday camera but it's several years old and not on the same page as the 30 or 3. The X-e3 has the xt2 sensor and processor. XE3 is not good for video at all. If it comes down to the 30 or 3 then go 30 for sure. Other than this video I've never seen a photographer recommend that you pay the added price for the heavier version of the same camera.

  • @baivabR
    @baivabR4 жыл бұрын

    I am buying this Saturday 😬 excited wish me good luck♥️😁

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Good luck. I’m sure you’ll love it

  • @_v.j_

    @_v.j_

    3 жыл бұрын

    How is it?

  • @sergeyshorokhov2167
    @sergeyshorokhov21675 жыл бұрын

    Great review.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you found it useful

  • @kierenkd
    @kierenkd4 жыл бұрын

    Good review. A bit late for me as I bought mine 3 weeks ago but still useful so far as getting to know the camera (coming from Nikon). I know it is not weather sealed but very reassuring to know it handles a bit of rough use / exposure to elements

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    You'll be fine, it's a relatively tough camera

  • @pietrusso
    @pietrusso3 жыл бұрын

    Your photos are amazing!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @avonperera2187
    @avonperera21874 жыл бұрын

    To be honest i love the Faroe Island image specifically because it has a person in shot to show scale and majesty. I think you actually got super lucky and ended up with an amazing and much more interesting composition and story to your image!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. My too, I'm fond of the image and like having the figure in it....it's just not something I would ever do myself or recommend others doing. A fall from there would be fatal

  • @avinashsimon1988
    @avinashsimon19883 жыл бұрын

    I was caught inbetween buying Sony a6400 and X-T30. Now i'm convinced to buy the latter. Thanks to you sir.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful

  • @wynnruss
    @wynnruss5 жыл бұрын

    I really appreciate the way you've reviewed this - through your own experience of using it rather than through metrics that really don't relate to what I want from a camera. Far more useful than most reviews. Thanks.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, glad you liked the review

  • @mrgjgk
    @mrgjgk3 жыл бұрын

    Great review

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @mikegbow4203
    @mikegbow42034 жыл бұрын

    Dude, that intro shot was stunning

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much

  • @jason19920816ify

    @jason19920816ify

    4 жыл бұрын

    It really is

  • @brypatphoto

    @brypatphoto

    4 жыл бұрын

    Was the video in the intro shot with the XT30 by chance, or a drone? Just curious, looked awesome.

  • @mikegbow4203

    @mikegbow4203

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@brypatphoto I think it was the DJI Mavic 2 Pro

  • @seanrendall1514
    @seanrendall15145 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy for a very informative video. It was your video comparing the x-t20 and x-t2 that convinced me to buy the ‘20 but as a stills shooter I’ll pass on the upgrade to the x-t30 !

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you found it useful. The XT2/20 is still a fantastic video and for stills you won’t notice a difference in the XT30

  • @slimjim340
    @slimjim3405 жыл бұрын

    Your photos are inspirational.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much James

  • @parthrasse
    @parthrasse4 жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful photography and in depth review sir ! Thanks for your review . I have just one question - can you suggest a suitable lens for the architectural photography ( interior ) for the Fuji xt30 ?

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. I'd recommend the 10-24mm for architecture.

  • @alanbrunelle1546
    @alanbrunelle15465 жыл бұрын

    Another very useful, frank, clear, and concise practical review. Thanks!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Alan, glad you found it useful

  • @axchalmrz1445
    @axchalmrz14453 жыл бұрын

    Really helpful. I’ve hired an xt30 to try out.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really hope you enjoy the camera

  • @smalltalk.productions9977
    @smalltalk.productions99774 жыл бұрын

    thank you for your efforts and the sharing. your vids are always informative and lovely to watch. my question pertains to the 8bit quality of the f-log footage. in other cameras which shoot a log format, with 8bit footage there often is banding across skies and other large swatches without contrast. 10bit footage offers just enough bit depth that such banding issues are resolved. what has been your experience grading the 8bit fuji f-log? thumbs up.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you found the video useful. I'm not really a video expert and not sure I can offer a really good evualation of the quality of the footage, but I can say that I've not had any problem with banding when grading the footage and don't really notice a difference between the X-T3, which is 10 bit

  • @smalltalk.productions9977

    @smalltalk.productions9977

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford thank you for taking the time to reply. when/if you are ever in NYC, i'll buy the coffee! thumbs up.

  • @razafiarisonmichael4421
    @razafiarisonmichael4421 Жыл бұрын

    The images are just pleasing and detailed as you say in the video. If only Sony had x-trans sensor or equivalent, now I want this FF quality sensor on APS-C camera. As a landscape hobbyist I think this camera is the best option for my wallet. Great photos and video, very captivating. I learnt something new today searching for a backup camera. Especially that now the price of the X-T30 has drop

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad the video was useful

  • @1spitfirepilot
    @1spitfirepilot5 жыл бұрын

    Lucid and helpful as ever.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching, glad you watched the video

  • @nicklaytonUK
    @nicklaytonUK4 жыл бұрын

    Lovely - thanks!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the video

  • @nicklaytonUK

    @nicklaytonUK

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford Lovely shots Andy. Quite inspired by those places.

  • @samvelsargsyan77
    @samvelsargsyan774 жыл бұрын

    Great review! But what about stop recording video in 4K after 15 min?

  • @problemat1que
    @problemat1que4 жыл бұрын

    Given the AF system and the high resolution sensor but without IBIS, the X-T30 needs electronic first curtain shutter via a firmware upgrade.

  • @okamivolgan
    @okamivolgan4 жыл бұрын

    not only a good review , but also stunning photos and videos.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the comment, really glad you like my work

  • @TheRealbboysplash
    @TheRealbboysplash4 жыл бұрын

    Does anyone know the name of the music in the FUJIFILM XT30 Sizzle's advertisement?

  • @domes_fotoblicke
    @domes_fotoblicke4 жыл бұрын

    Well for my case, the XT30 is the perfect camera for me, because i'm really new to the Fujifilm System. 👍🏾

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's a great camera

  • @885wc
    @885wc5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the excellent review. As a nikon FF shooter, I have been looking for a lighter portable fun mirrorless system. I have been doing a lot of research and watching youtube videos. I find my 810 far more comfortable than my 750 due to the grip and dedicated buttons, but, I think it this case, I may have to seriously consider the XT30 due to its portability. In your opinion, given that I shoot Full Frame with a wide compliment of excellent glass, does it make sense to consider the smaller Fuji as a fun back up or GADA? The idea would be just to go with the Kit Lens, perhaps adding one or two of Fuji's excellent portrait primes (23 1.4 and 90 2) if I decide to remain invested in both systems.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment. I'm not sure what a GADA is, but the X-T30 makes a great camera to carry around with the kit and a couple of primes as you've said, and from there see how you get on with it. When I switched from the D800 I got the X-T10 just to use as a carry around camera in the same way, and that led to me eventually completely switching systems. Also, I'd recommend getting the grip if you prefer the feel of larger cameras because when you first pick it up the X-T30 feels really small compared with a full size DSLR

  • @vlocity3
    @vlocity33 жыл бұрын

    Hey Andy, as all have mentioned, solid video. It has really helped provide a basis to push me towards a decision on camera choice. However... I am coming from shooting a couple years on only film so this will be my first dive into digital. This will also be my primary camera, as I dont plan on having a backup. Ive settled on the xt-30 or xt-4; I would love to hear your thoughts on my situation and then I can compare that to my internal leaning. From a price point and image quality, it makes sense to get the xt-30 and pick up an extra prime. Though money is *not* really an issue right now. Ive always been saving for a rainy day. The other point here that is Ive held the xt-30 in the shop and even with the L-bracket installed I still experience that "pinch" you are mentioning. I am of the breed with fairly large (read: huge) hands. Maybe that's an obvious deal breaker for most photographers, not sure. So, from someone who has used both systems and understands the lasting effects of ergonomics and performance.... do you have a suggestion to push? Buckle down and just get the Xt-4. Move on. Pick up the xt-30, you will get used to the size and enjoy a lighter camera? Your feedback is appreciated. Cheers! [edit: to add, I plan on shooting stills only and being out in inclement weather quite a lot (I live in the Pacific Northwest). Video maybe some day. ]

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found the video useful. I would say for you the X-T30 probably isn't the best option. It is small, and that's exacerbated if you're ever using it with gloves (which I suppose you will be doing in the PNW). I love the X-T30, but I only ever use it as a secondary camera, never a main camera. For that I'll always prefer the ergonomics and feel of the slightly larger X series cameras. My suggestion to you would be the X-T3. It's got the same sensor and image capability as the X-T4, it's slightly lighter and quite a bit cheaper. The only thing the X-T4 has that makes a noticeable day to day difference is the better battery life, the image stabilisation and the flip around screen. The flip around screen is only useful for vlogging and most landscape photographers prefer the the X-T3 screen as it works better with L Brackets. As for the Image Stabilisation, it's useful for shooting video, but when it comes to photography it's by no means a deal breaker for me.

  • @vlocity3

    @vlocity3

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@AndyMumford Andy, appreciate the response. That helps settle my direction. XT-3 does sound like the best choice. Id just pick up an extra battery and get to work. I agree about the flip screen, especially for street photography if I want to get low quickly. Unfortunately, upon a little digging, it looks like its on back order until the mid- to end of march with stock of the XT-4 flowing nice. Patience with hobbies was never a virtue of mine. I think I've made up my mind especially since I think I can't go wrong with either (really any) system. Most of the work that needs to be done is on my eye and not the camera body. Cheers Keep up the great content. Best of luck

  • @chrisbarnard5512
    @chrisbarnard55122 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andy, thanks for the great videos, the most informative and to the point on KZread I think! I have a question for you, I wasn't sure where to put it so I thought here would be as good a place as any as I have an X-T30. Is digital noise worse if the sensor is being used constantly for an extended period of time? For example, if I was to do a series of long exposures or repeated bracketed shots? Also, would noise be increased through the sensor heating up even if I wasn't taking shots but just leaving the camera on? I'm assuming that the sensor is being used to send an image to either the EVF and/or LCD. Is this something you've ever noticed? I'm sure there is a long answer to this but if in the real world it hardly makes a difference to the average hobbyist then that's good enough for me! Thanks in advance Andy!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Chris, thanks for the comment, glad you enjoy the videos. Just leaving the camera on isn't really an issue in terms of sensor heating (but it'll certainly burn through your battery quicker to have the LCD on all the time). For longer shots, sensor heating will cause noise eventually. A long exposure of an hour is going to have noise, but for a couple of minutes you'll probably be OK. For things like star trails you've better off with the intervalometer taking successive shots (120 x 30 seconds) than a 1 hour exposure.

  • @philratton
    @philratton4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andy, love your work mate! Could you share your function buttons layout for the xt30? Thanks a lot!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. I don' really do much with function buttons to be honest. On the X-T3 I just have the rear wheel set to ISO if you click it in. The touch screen swipe has film simulation, level, live histogram and zebra stripes

  • @michaelnikonfuji3539
    @michaelnikonfuji35395 жыл бұрын

    Andy love your videos switching from Nikon to fuji the glass and the weight saving are awesome I am getting some waxy skin is this something I am doing wrong should I be switching to capture one for portraits and if I do will it work for my landscapes I don’t want to run two systems Any advice?

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    I don't really know about the waxy skin as I don't shoot people, but I've heard of something similar with foliage in landscapes. I avoid any sharpening in Lightroom, but the best thing to do is to use Capture One as your RAW converter as it does a better job than LR. You don't even need to invest in the full version, just the free version is enough for RAW conversion and then moving the DNGs or TIFFs into your LR catalogue

  • @chrisambler9917
    @chrisambler99175 жыл бұрын

    Andy great video thanks. I appreciate you don’t use the built in flash very much (at all?) as a landscape photographer but could you still tell us what you think of it and show some samples. I can’t find a review of it anywhere and it is one of the attractions of the XT30? Many thanks Chris

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Like I said, I simply don't use flash in my work at all and if I used it my comments wouldn't give a good idea of how useful it is as I don't have anything to compare it to.

  • @ashtoddphotography
    @ashtoddphotography3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, excellent comparison, thanks! I was wondering which lens you used for the aurora shot? I very much enjoy your videos and work, thanks.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, glad you enjoy the videos. For aurora and night shots I usually use the Laowa 9mm f2.8

  • @ashtoddphotography

    @ashtoddphotography

    3 жыл бұрын

    Andy Mumford Thanks for the reply, it has been added to my extensive wish list 🙂

  • @ItsBlasFamous
    @ItsBlasFamous4 жыл бұрын

    Nice video! With your calibre I'm surprised you use Lightroom and not Capture One. I can definitely notice a difference in output from my XE2 raws using C1.

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much. I do use C1 actually...there's a video about it somewhere on my channel. I use both LR and C1, depending on the image really, but for shots like this to look at IQ I tend to stick with LR as that's what most people use and is how most will see their images

  • @aaronmoore9417
    @aaronmoore94175 жыл бұрын

    Hey Andy, thanks for the review - it was really informative as always. I was wondering about getting the xt-30 and another lens to compliment my current set up. I have an X-t2 and a few primes 23mmf2, 35mf2, 16mmf1.4 and a cheaper zoom 50-230mm. I'm going to upgrade the zoom to a 55-200mm and was considering the 10-24 but its quite expensive. I know you've recommended the 10-24 and the 55-200 as a pair because they compliment each other - but I really liked the photos you showed with the 18-55mm. Would a 18-55mm, 55-200mm and the 16mm prime be a good idea?

  • @gperpetuo

    @gperpetuo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Aaron Moore And you can add something like the rokinon 12mm (cheap, excellent, very easy focus, small and light) or a little more expensive de lowa 9mm. 12mm, 18-55 and 55-200 is my current setup and I’m really in love with all of the system.

  • @aaronmoore9417

    @aaronmoore9417

    5 жыл бұрын

    Goncalo Perpetuo Thanks Goncalo, that sounds like a great idea

  • @dwhiebert
    @dwhiebert4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Andy ... terrific review and wonderful photos... I do a lot of street work and the flip screen is a real plus ... wondering though whether the X-T30 allows for silent shooting with the electronic shutter .. Dropped into Wex and the guy there was telling me the electronic shutter only kicked in at 1/4000 of a second or greater ... have seen other videos suggesting electronic shutter/silent shooting was available in the lower shutter speeds as well... realize you may not have use for this feature but any info you have would be appreciated..

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, glad you found it useful. I've just tried the electronic shutter and it words at 1/8. In the menu, you can set it to Mechanical Shutter, Electronic Shutter, or both, where it shoots at Mechanical until 1/4000 and then automatically switches to Electronic. However, in Electronic Shutter mode it works at any shutter speed at all up to 1/320000

  • @WillAustin
    @WillAustin4 жыл бұрын

    I wonder if it has pixel mapping, my older Fujis are almost unusable due to dead/hot pixels.

  • @Lainer1
    @Lainer14 жыл бұрын

    Since I currently only have the Fuji X-T10, the X-T30 would be a big jump for me, but I actually bought the X-E3 for $499 off B&H Photo. I thought that was a bargain. I hate the grip on the Fuji X-T10 and had to buy the external which defeats the purpose of this being smaller. Still, love the tilt screens on Fuji much more than a static one.

  • @orshanti
    @orshanti5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Andy! And what about the viewfinder? Do you find it good? Is it faster to respond to the eye or still the same as in the xt20?

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ah, there's always something I forget when I sit down to make a video. Yes, the viewfinder. I no longer have my X-T20 so I can't accurately say if it's faster or not, but I do feel that I notice less of a difference between the X-T30 and X-T3 than I did between the X-T2 and X-T20 for what it's worth.

  • @hsienfromspace
    @hsienfromspace5 жыл бұрын

    Xt2 or xt30? they are priced similar where I live. Ease of use pls I think the xt30 is missing some dials? Is it easy to operate then? Compared to the xt2. Am I missing out on a whole lot of features between xt2 and xt30? I do shoot portraits scenery and plan on doing vlogs. So can the xt2 handle all that well or is the xt30 better in those aspect? In terms of weight is the xt2 a lot heavier than xt30?

  • @parthrasse
    @parthrasse3 жыл бұрын

    Hey Andy , first of all ,a very nice and in depth review ! I am buying camera for the photography only. ( very limited videography ) and I am getting Fuji xt20 in very less price compared to 30 in 2020. So is it worth to buy xt20 in 2020 or should i go with xt 30 ? Please help me ....

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    3 жыл бұрын

    For photography only I'd say go with the X-T20

  • @chrisjeremy8109
    @chrisjeremy81094 жыл бұрын

    Really interesting and in-depth video - very helpful review, thanks!

  • @AndyMumford

    @AndyMumford

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much