Today, Fujifilm launched the successor to the Fujifilm X-T30 II, a camera that came out four years ago and spent a decent amount of time on our best mirrorless cameras guide. Say hello to the Fujifilm X-T30 III, a mirrorless camera designed for everyday photography. The latest addition to the X-T lineup features the same 26.1MP X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor as its predecessor, but features the latest X-Processor 5 image processor, improving autofocus and power consumption. There's also a film simulation dial instead of the X-T30 II's drive dial, while the whole thing comes in the same lightweight and compact body as the X-T30 II.
The X-T30 III is the Fujifilm X-T50's younger sibling, featuring a smaller 26MP sensor (versus 40MP on the X-T50) as well as a smaller price point. Available to buy on 20 November, the X-T30 III comes in three colors: silver, black and charcoal.
The body retails for $999 / £829 while the kit — which includes the new XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.5 OIS lens — is priced at $1,149 / £999. It's the ideal, entry-level camera for casual photographers and anyone who wants to capture their family, pets, travels, and more. It's important to note that the X-T30 III features the same sensor as its predecessor, even though Fuji could have fitted it with the fifth-gen one found in the Fujifilm X-H2S.
As I mentioned already, the X-T30 III introduces some new upgrades. The old Drive dial on the X-T30 II has now been replaced by a film simulation dial — similar to the one on the Fujifilm X-T50 — giving you quick access to 20 film recipes. The Delete button above the monitor around the back now doubles as the Drive button.
The film simulation dial is a fantastic addition, and we first saw it on the X-T50. Now, it is available at a more accessible price point. Considering this camera is designed for families and beginners who want to document their everyday life and travels, it's great to have 20 film recipes at your fingertips, so you can quickly share your favorite snaps on social media without any post-processing required. Arguably this is more important than a drive dial (access to drive mode has now been assigned to the delete button).
The X-T30 III also becomes one of only three Fuji cameras to feature a built-in flash. The flash itself has received an upgrade. According to Fujifilm representatives, the flash can automatically adjust itself for improved low-light photography by boosting shadows and balancing them against highlights.
Battery life has been given a bump too, thanks to thew new processor, as the X-T30 III is now CIPA-rated for 425 frames (depending on shooting conditions). Its predecessor, the X-T30 II, had a CIPA-rating of 380 shots only, so you can continue shooting for longer between charges. With no change in batteries (The X-T30 III uses the same NP-W126S battery as its predecessor), this reduced power consumption stems purely from the more efficient X-Processor 5 processor.
As I mentioned up top, the X-T30 III comes with a new kit lens: the XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS lens, and it's the first XC lens to adopt a manual retractable structure, unlike power zoom ones. This means there are no more annoying zoom sounds when you’re zooming in or out, and these won’t be present in any video recorded either.
At its shortest focal length of 13mm, it's a great lens, capable of capturing wide-angle, sweeping landscapes. And at 33mm, it becomes a fantastic portrait lens, giving beginner photographers plenty of versatility.
What makes the X-T30 III even more family-friendly is the fact that the camera allows you to shoot in the format of Fuji's Instax cameras. You can choose to shoot in Instax mini, Wide or Square format, and then use the appropriate Instax Link printer to print them out. For those who love physical prints, this is sure to be a valuable feature.
Sample gallery
I got to spend three hours with the X-T30 III at a pre-embargo briefing at the Fujifilm House of Photography in London, U.K. I photographed the streets of Britain's capital city, and loved every minute of it. You can see a few sample shots in the gallery above. A detailed review will follow soon.
The new Fujifilm X-T30 III will be available to buy from 20 November 2025. The body will be available for $999 / £829, and the kit with the lens will be available for $1,149 / £999.
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