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Kit comparison · 2025

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon Z30: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

The X-A7 kit costs €300 less
The budget travel kit
Fujifilm X-A7
+ XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
68/100
$713
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The vlog-first Nikon
Nikon Z30
+ Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
69/100
$1,043
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
APS-C
APS-C
Resolution
24MP
20MP
IBIS
— No
— No
Weather seal
— No
— No
Battery
440 shots
350 shots
Body weight
320g
350g
Released
2,019
2,022
Lens
Model
XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Focal range
15-45mm
16-50mm
Max aperture
f/3.5
f/3.5
Type
Zoom
Zoom
Lens weight
135g
135g
Combined kit
Total weight
455g
485g
Total price
€648
€948
Tier
Starter
Starter
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
88
86
Travel
82
78
Portrait
60
60
Wildlife
40
42
Sports
40
44
Video
72
85
Value for money
92
88
Strengths
+Very affordable
+Lightweight
+Nice film simulations
+Large touchscreen
+Excellent video quality
+Lightweight and compact
+Vlogger-friendly flip screen
+Good value
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camera + lens
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon Z30: common questions

Which is better overall, the Fujifilm X-A7 or the Nikon Z30?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Nikon Z30 edges ahead with an average score of 69/100 vs 68/100. Nikon's strengths include: Excellent video quality and Lightweight and compact.

Is the Nikon Z30 worth the extra cost over the Fujifilm X-A7?

The Z30 kit costs €300 more than the X-A7 kit. The extra cost buys you: Excellent video quality and Lightweight and compact. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Fujifilm X-A7 or Nikon Z30?

For beginners, the Fujifilm X-A7 scores higher (88 vs 86 for beginner-friendliness). Very affordable.

Which has better video, the Fujifilm X-A7 or Nikon Z30?

For video, the Nikon Z30 leads with a video score of 85/100. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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