Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Olympus PEN E-PL8

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      BrandFujifilmOlympus
      ModelX-T30 IIPEN E-PL8
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm X-T30 Olympus PEN E-PL7
      Successor ModelOlympus PEN E-PL8
      MSRP$899 (body only), $999 (w/15-45mm lens), $1299 (w/18-55mm lens)$549 (body only), $649 (with 12-42mm F3.5-5.6 II R lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Sensor TypeX-Trans CMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CMicro Four Thirds
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm17.3 x 13 mm
      Total Pixels17.2 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels26.1 Megapixel16.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 12,800200 - 25,600
      Boosted ISO Range80 - 51,200100 - 25,600
      Photo Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      ProcessorX-Processor 4TruePic VII
      Max Image Resolution6240 x 41604608 x 3456
      Other Resolutions3200 x 2400, 1280 x 960
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normalSuper fine, fine, normal, basic)
      Bit Depth14-Bit12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Automatic Scene Recognition, Color Temperature, Custom, Fine, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
      WB Bracketing3 frames in 2/4/6 stops in A-B/G-M axis
      Focus Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Focusing SystemIntelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points42581
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Lens MountFujifilm XMicro Four Thirds
      Crop Factor1.5x2x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation3.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT-LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,620k dot1,037k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Electronic (optional)
      Viewfinder Size0.39"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.93x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.62x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint23 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
      Shutter Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneComputerized focal-plane high-speed mechanical
      Min Shutter Speed900 sec60 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)8.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic)30.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting30.0 fps8.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferElectronic Shutter
      Up to 30 fps for up to 29 Frames (JPEG) / 17 Frames (Raw)
      Flash Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      on
      slow sync
      manual
      commander
      Flash Range5.00 m at ISO 100
      Flash Bracketing3 frames in 0.3/0.7/1.0EV step selectable
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe, Wireless
      Exposure Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-2 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLocked at 1st release of shutter button (can be set to Fn button as well)
      Video Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV/MP4/MPEG-4
      DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [100 to 200 Mbps]
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [100 to 200 Mbps]
      DCI 2K: 2048 x 1080 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [100 to 200 Mbps]
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264H.264, Motion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution4096 x 21601920 x 1080
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 10-Bit via HDMI
      DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps
      DCI 2K (2048 x 1080) @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94/100 fps
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Audio I/O1 x 2.5 mm Submini TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input (Shared with Mic/Line Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2 LE
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: FUJIFILM Camera Remote App
      *As of August, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via wired remote or smartphone wired or via smartphone
      Environmental Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80% (Non-Condensing)
      Physical Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Dimensions118 x 83 x 47 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.85")115 x 67 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.64 x 1.5")
      Weight (inc. batteries)383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)357 g (0.79 lb / 12.59 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.9 x 6.9 x 5"9.3 x 9 x 3.8"
      Package Weight2.09 lb2.5 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Battery PackNP-W126S
      Battery Life380 shots350 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Fujifilm X-T30 II Olympus PEN E-PL8
      Self Timer 2 or 12 sec, custom
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemUltra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W126S / USB cable / Shoulder strap / Body cap


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