Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-T30 II and the Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-T30 II was introduced in September 2021 and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR was introduced in January 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-T30 II Highlights

      • 26.1 MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 160 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 425 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,620k dot Tilting Screen
      • 0.39" 2,360k dot Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder
      • 8.0 fps Mechanical and 30.0 fps Electronic Continuous Shooting
      • 4096 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • 920k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 30.0 fps
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Light - 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
      •   USB Charging
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 920k dot
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Bluetooth

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      •   160 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      •   Sensor Resolution - 26.1 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Weight - 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz)

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-T30 II

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-T30 II over Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR.

      Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR
      Sensor Type X-Trans CMOS vs EXR-CMOS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 26.1 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 6240 x 4160 vs 4608 x 3456
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Touch Screen vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,620k dot vs 920k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 900 sec vs 30 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 30.0 fps vs 11.0 fps
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 4096 x 2160 vs 1920 x 1080
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      Headphone Output vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz) vs 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz)

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      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR over Fujifilm X-T30 II.

      Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR
      Cheaper $899 (body only), $999 (w/15-45mm lens), $1299 (w/18-55mm lens) vs $549.95
      Lower Native ISO 160 vs 100
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 12,800
      Image Stabilization vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fully Articulated
      Higher Resolution Viewfinder 2,360k dot vs 920k dot
      Longer Battery Life 380 shots vs 500 shots

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR
        Cheap$899 (body only), $999 (w/15-45mm lens), $1299 (w/18-55mm lens)$549.95
        Video Capture
        Face Detection
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Micro Mini
        Built-In Bluetooth
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-T30 II Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR
        No Built-in GPS
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life380 shots500 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR have 3.0" screens with 1,620k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-T30 II has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Fujifilm X-T30 II also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Fujifilm X-T30 II with Tilting and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has a built-in 0.39" Electronic (OLED) viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 920k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T30 II features a 26.1 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 160 - 12,800 and expands to 80 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR features a 16 megapixel 1/2-inch EXR-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 23 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has X-Trans CMOS sensor

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-T30 II is equipped with X-Processor 4 processor and can take pictures up to 6240 x 4160 resolution. Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1840, 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-T30 II

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-T30 II. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

      Image Stabilization on Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      Bluetooth

      Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR have built-in Bluetooth (version 4.2 LE on Fujifilm X-T30 II) which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X-T30 II has a Micro HDMI and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-T30 II comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 380 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has Electronic shutter and Mechanical Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-T30 II, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR. Fujifilm X-T30 II can shoot continuously up to 30.0 fps with electronic shutter and up to 8.0 fps with mechanical shutter. Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-T30 II has Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF) system with 425 focusing points and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR has ..


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m at ISO 100 on Fujifilm X-T30 II. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Fujifilm X-T30 II and via Shoe Mount to Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-T30 II body has dimensions of 118 x 83 x 47 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.85") and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR body has dimensions of 135 x 101 x 146 mm (5.31 x 3.98 x 5.75"). Fujifilm X-T30 II weighs 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR weighs 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz).

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      118 mm

      83 mm

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      135 mm

      101 mm

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      47 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      72
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      77
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 30.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      71
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 30.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      79
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
      GOOD
      79
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      83
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR and give them scores of 76 and 68 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      OVERALL
      76
      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      72
      •   Sensor Resolution - 26.1 Megapixel
      •   160 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      71
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 30.0 fps
      GOOD
      74
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      POOR
      49
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      79
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      GOOD
      84
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,360k dot
      GOOD
      79
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 920k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      82
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-T30 II

      Fujifilm FinePix HS50EXR

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots


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