Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax K-3 Mark II

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      Specifications

      General Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      BrandFujifilmPentax
      ModelX-T30K-3 Mark II
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm X-T20 Pentax K-3
      Successor ModelFujifilm X-T30 II Pentax K-3 Mark III
      MSRP$899 (body only), $999 (w/15-45mm lens), $1299 (w/18-55mm lens)$1099/£769 (body only)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Sensor TypeX-Trans CMOSCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.71 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels26.1 Megapixel24.35 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 12,800100 - 51,200
      Boosted ISO Range80 - 51,200
      Sensor Shift High Resolution Mode
      Photo Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      ProcessorX-Processor 4PRIME III
      Max Image Resolution6240 x 41606016 x 4000
      Other Resolutions4608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1080
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normalBest, better, good
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
      Timelapse Recording
      Focus Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points42527
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points25
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenNatural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen
      Optics Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Lens MountFujifilm XPentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation4.5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Screen TypeTiltingFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.2"
      Screen Resolution1,040k dot1,037k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      ViewfinderElectronicOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Size0.39"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.93x0.95x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.62x0.63x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Shutter TypeFocal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed900 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 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 fps8.3 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 8 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 90 Frames (JPEG) / 18 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 5 fps at 26.1 MP
      Up to 4 fps at 26.1 MP
      Up to 3 fps at 26.1 MP
      Up to 20 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 32 Frames (JPEG) / 17 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 10 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 81 Frames (JPEG) / 17 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 30 fps at 16.6 MP for up to 26 Frames (JPEG) / 17 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 20 fps at 16.6 MP for up to 53 Frames (JPEG) / 17 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 10 fps at 16.6 MP for up to 95 Frames (JPEG) / 18 Frames (Raw)
      Max. approx. 12 fps, JPEG ( L: at Continuous H): up to approx. 37 frames, RAW: up to approx. 32 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 30 frames
      Max. approx. 7.0 fps, JPEG (L: at Continuous M): up to approx. 60 frames, RAW: up to approx. 37 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 33 frames
      Max. approx. 2.5 fps, JPEG ( L: at Continuous L): up to approx. 90 frames, RAW: up to approx. 39 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 37 frames
      Flash Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      on
      slow sync
      manual
      commander
      Auto Flash Discharge
      Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction
      Flash On
      Flash On + Red-eye Reduction
      Slow-speed Sync
      Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye
      P-TTL
      Trailing Curtain Sync
      Contrast-control-sync
      High-speed sync
      Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash)
      Flash Range5.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC TerminalHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 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) ±2 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure LockButton type (timer type: two times the meter operating time set in Custom Setting);
      Continuous as long as the shutter button is halfway pressed
      DXO Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      DxO Low Light ISO1106
      DxO Color Depth23.6
      DxO Dynamic Range13.6
      DxO Overall Score80
      Video Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution4096 x 21601920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min25 min
      Terminals Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Mini
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi Optional
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2 LE
      Remote Control via wired remote or smartphone optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Dimensions118 x 83 x 47 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.85")131 x 100 x 77 mm (5.16 x 3.94 x 3.03")
      Weight (inc. batteries)383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8 x 7 x 5"8.1 x 6.4 x 5.1"
      Package Weight2.6 lb3.25 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Battery PackNP-W126SD-LI90
      Battery Life380 shots720 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Fujifilm X-T30 Pentax K-3 Mark II
      Self Timer 2 or 12 seconds
      Astro Tracer feature for Astrophotography
      Orientation Sensor
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemUltra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W126S
      AC power adapter
      Plug Adapter
      USB cable
      Shoulder strap
      Body cap
      Strap clip
      Protective cover
      Clip attaching tool
      Owner's manual


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