Fujifilm X-T30 II vs X-T50: full comparison
The X-T50 leads on more headline specs, but the X-T30 II counters on 380-shot battery life and a lighter 378g body.
Also searched as XT30 II vs XT50, and in the other order as XT50 vs XT30 II.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T30 II and Fujifilm X-T50 are both Fujifilm X-T bodies. The X-T50 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2024. At launch the X-T30 II was 899 USD and the X-T50 1,399 USD, making the X-T30 II the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T30 II is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 380-shot battery life and a lighter 378g body.
The X-T50 isn't far behind. It hits back with 40.2 MP of resolution, AI subject-detection AF, and 6K/30p video, with a couple more edges beyond that.
So which one? If you want 380-shot battery life, get the X-T30 II. If 40.2 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X-T50 is the smarter buy. And the X-T30 II costs less — 899 USD at launch.
Where the X-T30 II wins
- +380-shot battery life
- +a lighter 378g body
Where the X-T50 wins
- +40.2 MP of resolution
- +AI subject-detection AF
- +6K/30p video
- +7-stop in-body stabilization
Who should buy the X-T30 II or X-T50?
Buy the X-T30 II if…
Pick the X-T30 II if 380-shot battery life, a lighter 378g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 899 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T30 II review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-T50 if…
Pick the X-T50 if 40.2 MP of resolution, AI subject-detection AF matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T50 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T30 II vs X-T50: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T30 II review and X-T50 review.
X-T30 II vs X-T50: full specs
| Spec |  X-T30 II2021 · $899 |  X-T502024 · $1,399 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2021 | 2024 |
| Launch price | 899 USD | 1,399 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Current |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 26.1 MP | 40.2 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans IV | X-Trans V |
| Processor | X-Processor 4 | X-Processor 5 |
| ISO range | 160–12800 | 125–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 425 | 425 |
| Subject detection | face-eye | ai |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 30p | 6K 30p |
| Codec | H.265, H.264 | H.265, H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log | F-Log2 |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | 7 stops |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" tilt touch | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 378g | 438g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-II |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 305 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 7 | 8 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-T30 II review and the Fujifilm X-T50 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.