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Olympus E-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in September 2013 and February 2019. Both the E-M1 and the X-T30 are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are based on a Four Thirds (E-M1) and an APS-C (X-T30) sensor. The Olympus has a resolution of 15.9 megapixels, whereas the Fujifilm provides 26 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Olympus E-M1
versus
Fujifilm X-T30
Olympus E-M1   Fujifilm X-T30
Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Micro Four Thirds lenses Fujifilm X mount lenses
15.9 MP – Four Thirds sensor 26 MP – APS-C sensor
1080/30p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 200-25,600 ISO 160-12,800 (80 - 51,200)
Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots) Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots)
3.0" LCD – 1037k dots 3.0" LCD – 1040k dots
Tilting touchscreen Tilting touchscreen
10 shutter flaps per second 8 shutter flaps per second
In-body stabilizationLens stabilization only
Weathersealed bodynot weather sealed
350 shots per battery charge380 shots per battery charge
130 x 94 x 63 mm, 497 g 118 x 83 x 47 mm, 383 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Olympus OM-D E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Olympus E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Both cameras are available in two different colors (black, silver).

Size Olympus E-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30
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Comparison E-M1 or X-T30 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Fujifilm X-T30 is notably smaller (20 percent) than the Olympus E-M1. Moreover, the X-T30 is markedly lighter (23 percent) than the E-M1. It is worth mentioning in this context that the E-M1 is splash and dust resistant, while the X-T30 does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Micro Four Thirds Lens Catalog (E-M1) and the Fujinon X Lens Catalog (X-T30). Mirrorless cameras, such as the two under consideration, have the additional advantage of having a short flange to focal plane distance, which makes it possible to mount many lenses from other systems onto the camera via adapters.

Concerning battery life, the E-M1 gets 350 shots out of its Olympus BLN-1 battery, while the X-T30 can take 380 images on a single charge of its Fujifilm NP-W126S power pack. The power pack in the X-T30 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Olympus E-M1 130 mm 94 mm 63 mm 497 g 350 i Sep 2013 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T30 118 mm 83 mm 47 mm 383 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A5 117 mm 68 mm 40 mm 361 g 450 i Jan 2018 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E3 121 mm 74 mm 43 mm 337 g 350 i Sep 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T20 118 mm 83 mm 41 mm 383 g 350 i Jan 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T30 II 118 mm 83 mm 47 mm 383 g 380 i Sep 2021 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T100 121 mm 83 mm 47 mm 448 g 430 i May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-M1 II 134 mm 91 mm 67 mm 574 g 440 i Sep 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 122 mm 89 mm 43 mm 425 g 360 i Feb 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II 124 mm 85 mm 45 mm 469 g 310 i Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Olympus E-P5 122 mm 69 mm 37 mm 420 g 330 i May 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL5 111 mm 64 mm 38 mm 325 g 360 i Sep 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL7 115 mm 67 mm 38 mm 357 g 350 i Aug 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PM2 110 mm 64 mm 34 mm 269 g 360 i Sep 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Olympus PEN-F 125 mm 72 mm 37 mm 427 g 330 i Jan 2016 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Panasonic GH3 133 mm 93 mm 82 mm 550 g 540 i Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic GH4 133 mm 93 mm 84 mm 560 g 500 i Feb 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The listed launch prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The X-T30 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 36 percent) than the E-M1, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Furthermore, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more possibilities to use shallow depth-of-field in order to isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Olympus E-M1 features a Four Thirds sensor and the Fujifilm X-T30 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the X-T30 is 63 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.0 and 1.5. The sensor in the E-M1 has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the X-T30 offers a 3:2 aspect.

Olympus E-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30 sensor measures

With 26MP, the X-T30 offers a higher resolution than the E-M1 (15.9MP), but the X-T30 nevertheless has the same individual pixel size (pixel pitch of 3.76μm) as the E-M1 due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the X-T30 is a much more recent model (by 5 years and 5 months) than the E-M1, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that neither of the two cameras has an anti-alias filter installed, so they are able to capture all the detail the sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Fujifilm X-T30 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the X-T30 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 31.2 x 20.8 inches or 79.2 x 52.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 25 x 16.6 inches or 63.4 x 42.3 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20.8 x 13.9 inches or 52.8 x 35.2 cm. The corresponding values for the Olympus E-M1 are 23 x 17.3 inches or 58.5 x 43.9 cm for good quality, 18.4 x 13.8 inches or 46.8 x 35.1 cm for very good quality, and 15.4 x 11.5 inches or 39 x 29.3 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 25600, which can be extended to ISO 100-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Fujifilm X-T30 are ISO 160 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-51200.

In terms of underlying technology, the E-M1 is build around a CMOS sensor, while the X-T30 uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Like most digital cameras, the E-M1 uses a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. In contrast, the X-T30 employs a more randomized X-Trans layout of photosites, which according to Fujifilm helps to minimize moiré.

E-M1 versus X-T30 MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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Olympus E-M1 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p23.012.775773
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Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.113.5189583
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Fujifilm X-A5 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.3180082
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Fujifilm X-E3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.3176482
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Fujifilm X-T20 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.2170481
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Fujifilm X-T30 II APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.213.8214485
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Fujifilm X-T100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.4182983
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Olympus E-M1 II Four Thirds 20.2 5184 38884K/30p23.712.8131280
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Olympus E-M5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60i22.812.382671
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Olympus E-M5 II Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p23.012.584273
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Olympus E-P5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.812.489572
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Olympus E-PL5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.812.388972
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Olympus E-PL7 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.712.487372
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Olympus E-PM2 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.712.293272
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Olympus PEN-F Four Thirds 20.2 5184 38881080/60p23.112.489474
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Panasonic GH3 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p22.712.481271
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Panasonic GH4 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34564K/30p23.212.879174
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration are equipped with sensors that have a sufficiently high read-out speed for moving images, but the X-T30 provides a better video resolution than the E-M1. It can shoot movie footage at 4K/30p, while the Olympus is limited to 1080/30p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The E-M1 and the X-T30 are similar in the sense that both feature an electronic viewfinder, which is helpful when framing images in bright sunlight. Moreover, their viewfinders offer an identical resolution of 2360k dots. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Olympus E-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Screen
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Speed *
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Stab
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Olympus E-M12360 i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T302360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A5i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-E32360 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T202360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T30 II2360 i3.0 / 1620 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T1002360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M1 II2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 18.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M51440 i3.0 / 610 tilting i 1/4000s 9.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M5 II2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Olympus E-P5optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
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Olympus E-PL5optional i3.0 / 460 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Olympus E-PL7optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Olympus E-PM2optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
15.
 
Olympus PEN-F2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH31746 i3.0 / 614 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH42359 i3.0 / 1036 swivel i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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One feature that differentiates the E-M1 and the X-T30 is in-body image stabilization (IBIS). The E-M1 reduces the risk of handshake-induced blur with all attached lenses, while the X-T30 offers no blur reduction with lenses that themselves do not provide optical image stabilization.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, both cameras under consideration feature an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Olympus E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the E-M1 and the X-T30 write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Fujifilm X-T30 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Olympus E-M1istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T30istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Fujifilm X-A5istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-E3istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T20istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T30 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Fujifilm X-T100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-M1 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Olympus E-M5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Olympus E-M5 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-P5istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-PL5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Olympus E-PL7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-PM2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Olympus PEN-Fistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic GH3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GH4istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Studio photographers will appreciate that the Olympus E-M1 (unlike the X-T30) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Both the E-M1 and the X-T30 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The E-M1 was replaced by the Olympus E-M1 II, while the X-T30 was followed by the Fujifilm X-T30 II. Further information on the features and operation of the E-M1 and X-T30 can be found, respectively, in the Olympus E-M1 Manual (free pdf) or the online Fujifilm X-T30 Manual.

Review summary

So how do things add up? Is there a clear favorite between the Olympus E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30? Which camera is better? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

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Arguments in favor of the Olympus OM-D E-M1:

  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.74x vs 0.62x).
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (10 vs 8 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Better sealing: Is weather sealed to enable shooting in dusty or wet environments.
  • Sharper images: Has hand-shake reducing image stabilization built-in.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in September 2013).

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Advantages of the Fujifilm X-T30:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (26 vs 15.9MP), which boosts linear resolution by 30%.
  • Better image quality: Is equipped with a larger and more technologically advanced sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/30p).
  • More compact: Is smaller (118x83mm vs 130x94mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 114g or 23 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.1 vs 2.0).
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (36 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More modern: Reflects 5 years and 5 months of technical progress since the E-M1 launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the X-T30 is the clear winner of the contest (14 : 7 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

E-M1 07:14 X-T30

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Olympus E-M1 and the Fujifilm X-T30 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the E-M1 or the X-T30 perform in practice. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Olympus E-M15/5+ +..84/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2013 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T305/5+ +5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A5..+4.1/5..4/53.5/5 Jan 2018 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E34.5/5+4.5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T205/5+ +5/582/1005/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T30 II5/5..4/5..4.5/54.5/5 Sep 2021 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T1004/5+4.5/579/1004/54.5/5 May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-M1 II5/5+ +5/585/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2016 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-M54/5+ +..80/1004.5/55/5 Feb 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II5/5+ +4.5/581/1005/55/5 Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Olympus E-P55/5+ +..78/1004.5/55/5 May 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL53/5+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL74/5+....5/54/5 Aug 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
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Olympus E-PM23/5....77/1005/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Olympus PEN-F....4/582/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2016 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Panasonic GH35/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic GH45/5+ +..85/1005/55/5 Feb 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Olympus E-M1 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Micro Four Thirds lenses Fujifilm X mount lenses
Launch Date September 2013 February 2019
Launch Price USD 1,399 USD 899
Sensor Specs Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
Sensor Technology CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format Four Thirds Sensor APS-C Sensor
Sensor Size 17.3 x 13.0 mm 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Sensor Area 224.9 mm2 366.6 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 21.6 mm 28.2 mm
Crop Factor 2.0x 1.5x
Sensor Resolution 15.9 Megapixels 26 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels 6240 x 4160 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.76 μm 3.76 μm
Pixel Density 7.08 MP/cm2 7.08 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter no AA filter
Movie Capability 1080/30p Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 200 - 25,600 ISO 160 - 12,800 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 25,600 ISO 80 - 51,200 ISO
Image Processor TruePIC VII X-Processor 4
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 73 ..
DXO Color Depth (bits) 23.0 ..
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 12.7 ..
DXO Low Light (ISO) 757 ..
Screen Specs Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.74x 0.62x
Viewfinder Resolution 2360k dots 2360k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1037k dots 1040k dots
LCD Attachment Tilting screen Tilting screen
Touch Input Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
Focus System On-Sensor Phase-detect On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing AidFocus PeakingFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous Shooting 10 shutter flaps/s 8 shutter flaps/s
Electronic ShutterYESup to 1/32000s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationIn-body stabilizationLens stabilization only
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket no PC Sync
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 3.1
HDMI Port micro HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port External MIC port
Wifi Support Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Bluetooth Support no Bluetooth Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Olympus E-M1 Fujifilm X-T30
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodynot weather sealed
Battery Type Olympus BLN-1 Fujifilm NP-W126S
Battery Life (CIPA)350 shots per charge380 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 130 x 94 x 63 mm
(5.1 x 3.7 x 2.5 in)
118 x 83 x 47 mm
(4.6 x 3.3 x 1.9 in)
Camera Weight 497 g (17.5 oz) 383 g (13.5 oz)
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