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The Fujifilm X30 is the next compact camera model in the X series, maintaining the classic design like its predecessors X10 and X20, but with many improvements in design, usability, and performance to provide users with a lightweight and powerful yet flexible photography and video recording device.
Vintage Design of the Fujifilm X30 Compact Camera
One of the appealing aspects of the X series cameras is the high aesthetic appeal from the vintage design style. The Fujifilm X30 travel camera adopts a design similar to its sibling X20, but the camera body is made of premium and more solid alloy. Moreover, the Fujifilm X30 is also equipped with an electronic viewfinder.
Like its predecessors, the Fujifilm X30 still features a classic design
The front of the camera features the Fujinon Super EBC lens with a focal length of 7.1-28.4mm and an aperture of f/2.0-2.8, accompanied by an integrated zoom ring with on/off functionality, a control ring for quick access to ISO adjustments, continuous shooting, white balance, or video mode.
On the top panel, there are two rotary dials. One is for selecting shooting modes and the other is for adjusting exposure compensation (EV). Additionally, there's a shutter release button and a dedicated video recording button positioned next to the rotary dials. The detachable flash slot is centrally located, with a pop-up flash concealed on the left side of the camera body.
The top panel of the camera features two rotary dials. One dial is for selecting shooting modes, and the other is for adjusting exposure compensation (EV). The shutter release button and video recording button are placed directly above the rotary dials. The flash hot shoe is located centrally, with a hidden pop-up flash on the left side of the camera body.
The rear of the camera sports a 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 920k dots. Surrounding the display are numerous function buttons.
The rear of the camera hosts a 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 920k dots. The layout around the screen is quite rich in function buttons. Starting from the upper left corner are the flash, playback, diopter adjustment for the viewfinder, electronic viewfinder toggle, switch button from viewfinder to screen and vice versa, driver model button, and finally the command dial for zooming in on images during playback or capture. On the upper right side, from top to bottom, there are the AEL/AFL lock buttons, quick setting button, four-way directional pad with central function, Wi-Fi button, and disp/back button.
On the right side of the camera, there is a mini USB 2.0 port that serves both data transfer and battery charging functions. It can also be used to connect to Fuji's RR-90 remote controller.
On the right side of the camera, there's a mini USB 2.0 port that serves both data transfer and battery charging functions. It can also be used to connect to Fuji's RR-90 remote controller. To connect an external microphone, the X30 has a 2.5mm jack which can also be used for remote shutter control. Additionally, the X30 is equipped with a mini HDMI Type-D port.
X30's Configuration and Features
The Fujifilm X30 compact camera is built around a 12-megapixel 2/3-inch CMOS sensor (8.8mm x 6.6mm) and EXR Processor II image processing. Its phase-detection autofocus system, coupled with the sensor, delivers decent speed and accuracy in focusing, performing admirably in low-light conditions but slightly slower with low-contrast subjects. Burst shooting speed is commendable, albeit with a somewhat limited buffer.
The X30 camera is built around a 12-megapixel 2/3-inch CMOS sensor (8.8mm x 6.6mm).
The camera has a standard ISO range of 100-12800, but in Raw image mode, the ISO is limited to 3200. The shutter speed ranges from 1/4000 to 30 seconds. Additionally, the camera inherits the film simulation feature from its predecessors.
With built-in Wi-Fi connectivity on the Fujifilm X30 travel camera, you can easily link your camera to your smartphone via Fuji's software to download and share photos on social media instantly. Moreover, you can print photos immediately with a Wi-Fi-enabled printer, though it only supports Fuji Instax Share SP-1 printers.
With built-in Wi-Fi connectivity on the X30, you can easily connect your camera to your smartphone via Fuji's software.
Compared to other compact cameras, the X30's battery life is quite good. With a full charge, you can take approximately 470 photos. If you're a heavy user, you can invest in a spare power bank for direct charging via USB.
If you're someone who enjoys post-processing your photos extensively using image editing software, the X30 compact camera has you covered with its Raw image format. This format retains the most detail for thorough editing with Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop.
X30's Image Quality
Although boasting a broad ISO range, JPEG photos taken with the Fujifilm X30 travel camera are best kept at ISO 3200 for optimal detail retention. Beyond this point, details begin to degrade, particularly at higher ISOs like 6400 or 12800. It's advisable to stick to ISO 800 or lower for the highest quality shots.
Although boasting a broad ISO range, JPEG photos are ideally captured at ISO 3200 with the Fujifilm X30.
At low ISO ranges, the image quality delivered by the Fujifilm X30 travel camera is excellent, with rich colors and well-controlled noise and artifacts even when images are cropped 100%. The quality optics help reduce lens flare and peripheral detail distortions.
At low ISO ranges, the image quality delivered by the X30 is excellent.
Conclusion
The captivating vintage design is what people often associate with Fujifilm's X Series. But behind that classic style, the Fujifilm X30 compact camera boasts modern features to maximize user needs, such as integrated wifi for quick social media sharing via smartphones. The electronic viewfinder makes capturing photos easier.
Minh Huong
(Source: cameras.reviewed)
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