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Kit comparison · 2025

Fujifilm X-T30 II 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 Z30 kit costs €250 less
★ Overall winner
The travel companion
Fujifilm X-T30 II
+ XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
76/100
$1,318
camera + lens
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
26MP
20MP
IBIS
— No
— No
Weather seal
— No
— No
Battery
380 shots
350 shots
Body weight
383g
350g
Released
2,021
2,022
Lens
Model
XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Focal range
18-55mm
16-50mm
Max aperture
f/2.8
f/3.5
Type
Zoom
Zoom
Lens weight
310g
135g
Combined kit
Total weight
693g
485g
Total price
€1,198
€948
Tier
Enthusiast
Starter
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
70
86
Travel
90
78
Portrait
84
60
Wildlife
62
42
Sports
64
44
Video
80
85
Value for money
84
88
Strengths
+Excellent film simulations
+Compact and light
+Great image quality
+Large lens ecosystem
+Excellent video quality
+Lightweight and compact
+Vlogger-friendly flip screen
+Good value
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon Z30: common questions

Which is better overall, the Fujifilm X-T30 II or the Nikon Z30?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Fujifilm X-T30 II edges ahead with an average score of 76/100 vs 69/100. Fujifilm's strengths include: Excellent film simulations and Compact and light.

Is the Fujifilm X-T30 II worth the extra cost over the Nikon Z30?

The X-T30 II kit costs €250 more than the Z30 kit. The extra cost buys you: Excellent film simulations and Compact and light. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Fujifilm X-T30 II or Nikon Z30?

For beginners, the Nikon Z30 scores higher (86 vs 70 for beginner-friendliness). Excellent video quality.

Which has better video, the Fujifilm X-T30 II 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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