My primary camera for large lenses and landscape is the X-T5, but the XT-30 is my day use,backup,travel camera. It's small,and with the 18-55 ,2.8-4 zoom or a small prime, its excellent. Im thinking about buying the Fujifilm GFX 100s medium format camera since a used one with a couple lenses is about $5k US.
I agree. When I was shopping I also looked at the XT-XX models. But, they just seemed to small. And, since I like to get out in the woods of Pennsylvania hiking with my camera, that weather protection was something I wanted. I'm really happy with the XT-3. I haven't done any video with it yet, but might give it a try this spring. Have a great week. Happy New Year!
Another Pennsylvanian! The XT3 excels at absolutely everything I need it to for my professional and personal photo/video work and it’s as fun to use as the day I bought it.
@@MattJacobs Yes, I'm in the Lehigh Valley. I actually went to college in Lock Haven for a while. PA has some fantastic hiking. The XT-3 was just right for me as an amateur. It is a quality camera that I got at a great price barely used with the 18-55, Fuji non-battery grip and extra batteries. It was in the original packaging looking like it was rarely used. Love it!
I’m from So Central PA. I use the XT20. It’s my first Fuji and have had it for 5 years. Does everything that I need. Would like a better EVF. Thinking about the XT5
@@barrystewart3909 That X-T5 is tempting and so is the X-S20. Not sure if I want to spend the money on a camera right now because I'd also like a telephoto lens to shoot sports. BTW, I'm in the Lehigh Valley area. We definitely have some great hiking in PA!
I haven't tried the XT3, but I love my XT30, maybe because it is my first good camera and because I just shoot for fun. From your cons I only agree with the one about the shutter release button, I also shoot by mistake when pushing half way, but I thought I was just clumsy. However I have learnt to control it better over time. Personally I would be bothered by the bigger size of the XT3, but then again I am still using a tiny iPhone 5s and I love its size. Go figure! 😂
I’m about to buy the X-T3 after having Panasonic LUMIX compact, big change for me but confused by the newer X models and prices as I’m buying a used body and lense for about £1000 so it’s not an easy decision but after watching this, I feel like the advisor in the camera shop was also spot on with his comments, thanks Matt. Great video, I watched it till the end and your rambling was what I would have done too. Ha ha nice video and thanks again.
If i can get a used XT3 for slightly less than a brand new XT30, which one would be better? From what i understand neither has IBIS, so is the autofocusing about the same for both?
Nice video Matt. I think you might have done a bad deal with that XT30: your shutter button is surely not working properly. I never had an accidental shot on mine because of half pressing to focus. For sure the XT3 gives a nicer shooting experience, and the viewfinder is much better, but that eye cup on the XT30? Do yourself a favour, throw it away! And that grip also, you won’t believe how much better the original Fuji grip is! Don’t cheap it on the accessories and blame the camera. Get a thumb rest and improve handling while solving the Q button problem. Use those red hears on the XT3 and get a nice light and small wrist strap for near point and shoot portability. With the right accessories, the XT30 is a fantastic, powerful and portable allrounder.
Haha yeah! I did portraits, events, wildlife, astrophotography, street photography, and sports all on my xt30. That thing survived high school with me because it was so small and powerful.
I stopped watching this at 6m:17s in. I lost count of the amount of this you complaining about the grip. this camera is small for a specific purpose. My opinion is that you any quite a few other tubeyouers need to get a grip and focus on the basics and learn how to hold a camera. Back in the good old film days pretty much all of the early SLR’s had no grip and all photographers managed, I still love to pick up and use my old film cameras and I think they’re great. I also think one of the reasons why Fujifilm is so popular so don’t F…..k a good thing!
Im shooting my first wedding with an xt3 but im having troubles focusing on 2 people walking down the isle towards me, any advise with the settings or what to do ?
I don't really mind the lack of a d-pad, since my X-E3 also doesn't have it, but I agree that having both would be even better. I do hate the placement of the joystick on the X-T30 tho, it's a bit too low, unlike my X-E3. Single-digit X-T line also felt more solid and robust, when I need to upgrade I'll definitely go with at least the X-T3.
Hi, I own a xt30 and I plan to make a change to xt3 for the bigger body and weather resistance. But I heard some people said that the xt3 has a really common problem with the battery that sometimes it reset all your camera settings and that’s a unexceptionable problem for me. Do you the same issue or any other issues with your xt3? My xt30 works perfectly fine.
thanks for the review it really helped. im making the move to Fujifilm x-t3. Do you have any advice on whats a good lens to shoot stills of jewellery and a good lens for portraits? thanks in advance
Is this xt30 or xt30ii? I would pay 400 for it if it’s the mk2, but I’m from the EU, so I guess I’ll need to find one here. That being said, the video quality is not the same. XT3 has double the bitrate, has 4k60, has all intra, and as you said 10 bit internally.
nice comparison ! thank you ! I have an XT30 for 1.5 years, and I love using it.. I believe i will upgrade to XT5.. do you think is that a good idea to upgrade xt3 or xt30, to XT5 ? :) thx
I have not used the X-T5 but from what I’ve seen/heard I think it would. Personally though, the XT3 is still an absolute beast for me in any situation I throw at it
Worth it to buy a brand new X-T3 for $1,000 in 2024? Will be my first serious camera investment, have been looking at it for a while. I know that used is fine and good, but I think I'll be more attached to a brand new camera + I take great care of my things. Is $1,000 a good new price?
$1,000 is a good new price but I would still recommend buying used, considering the XT3 is 2 generations old now. You can find used cameras in really good condition and save some $ for lenses. In fact, I’m seeing multiple deals for XT4s in good used condition for $1000 online
Thanks for the comparison. Specs-wise they are quite similar but they cater to different audiences. Your video made it even more hard to decide though. Wish I hadn't watched it haha.
the xt3 with kit lens its about 2500 bucks, while the xt30ii new it costs a thousand bucks, with lens too. theres really no point of comparasion, its more than double the price, i think the xt30ii is the way to go for me.
Hi, great vid. weather proof does not mean i can shoot under water right? how about xt4 and xt5. are these just next gen of xt3? do they bring acknowledgable improvements to justify the higher price?
Yeah no Fuji cameras like the xt3 are weather sealed but not weather proof. xt4 introduced ibis, bigger and better battery and flip screen Xt5 has 40mp sensor and best af
My primary camera for large lenses and landscape is the X-T5, but the XT-30 is my day use,backup,travel camera. It's small,and with the 18-55 ,2.8-4 zoom or a small prime, its excellent. Im thinking about buying the Fujifilm GFX 100s medium format camera since a used one with a couple lenses is about $5k US.
I agree. When I was shopping I also looked at the XT-XX models. But, they just seemed to small. And, since I like to get out in the woods of Pennsylvania hiking with my camera, that weather protection was something I wanted. I'm really happy with the XT-3. I haven't done any video with it yet, but might give it a try this spring. Have a great week. Happy New Year!
Another Pennsylvanian! The XT3 excels at absolutely everything I need it to for my professional and personal photo/video work and it’s as fun to use as the day I bought it.
@@MattJacobs Yes, I'm in the Lehigh Valley. I actually went to college in Lock Haven for a while. PA has some fantastic hiking. The XT-3 was just right for me as an amateur. It is a quality camera that I got at a great price barely used with the 18-55, Fuji non-battery grip and extra batteries. It was in the original packaging looking like it was rarely used. Love it!
I’m from So Central PA. I use the XT20. It’s my first Fuji and have had it for 5 years. Does everything that I need. Would like a better EVF. Thinking about the XT5
@@barrystewart3909 That X-T5 is tempting and so is the X-S20. Not sure if I want to spend the money on a camera right now because I'd also like a telephoto lens to shoot sports. BTW, I'm in the Lehigh Valley area. We definitely have some great hiking in PA!
🥊 loved your style of video, felt like a friend was telling me a story. Hope more stuff comes out
Lots of stuff out! Would love for you to check some of my recent videos 😁
I haven't tried the XT3, but I love my XT30, maybe because it is my first good camera and because I just shoot for fun. From your cons I only agree with the one about the shutter release button, I also shoot by mistake when pushing half way, but I thought I was just clumsy. However I have learnt to control it better over time. Personally I would be bothered by the bigger size of the XT3, but then again I am still using a tiny iPhone 5s and I love its size. Go figure! 😂
I’m about to buy the X-T3 after having Panasonic LUMIX compact, big change for me but confused by the newer X models and prices as I’m buying a used body and lense for about £1000 so it’s not an easy decision but after watching this, I feel like the advisor in the camera shop was also spot on with his comments, thanks Matt. Great video, I watched it till the end and your rambling was what I would have done too. Ha ha nice video and thanks again.
Mate thanks for this video totally agree with everything you said - xt-30 is a bit in between sizes
If i can get a used XT3 for slightly less than a brand new XT30, which one would be better? From what i understand neither has IBIS, so is the autofocusing about the same for both?
Is that really a question? The xt3 is better in every way just slightly bigger. AF should be virtually identical
Nice video Matt. I think you might have done a bad deal with that XT30: your shutter button is surely not working properly. I never had an accidental shot on mine because of half pressing to focus. For sure the XT3 gives a nicer shooting experience, and the viewfinder is much better, but that eye cup on the XT30? Do yourself a favour, throw it away! And that grip also, you won’t believe how much better the original Fuji grip is! Don’t cheap it on the accessories and blame the camera. Get a thumb rest and improve handling while solving the Q button problem. Use those red hears on the XT3 and get a nice light and small wrist strap for near point and shoot portability. With the right accessories, the XT30 is a fantastic, powerful and portable allrounder.
I turned out the XT30 wasn’t for me in the end. Sold it and kept my XT3 although I’ve actually recently upgraded to the XH2S
Haha yeah! I did portraits, events, wildlife, astrophotography, street photography, and sports all on my xt30. That thing survived high school with me because it was so small and powerful.
I stopped watching this at 6m:17s in. I lost count of the amount of this you complaining about the grip. this camera is small for a specific purpose. My opinion is that you any quite a few other tubeyouers need to get a grip and focus on the basics and learn how to hold a camera. Back in the good old film days pretty much all of the early SLR’s had no grip and all photographers managed, I still love to pick up and use my old film cameras and I think they’re great. I also think one of the reasons why Fujifilm is so popular so don’t F…..k a good thing!
Thank you !! I had to choose between the 2 and I’ll definitely go with the xt3. Watched until the end so : 🚂
Im shooting my first wedding with an xt3 but im having troubles focusing on 2 people walking down the isle towards me, any advise with the settings or what to do ?
lagging a lil here but did you update it with latest firmware? ... this was suppose to be a buff to the AF
I don't really mind the lack of a d-pad, since my X-E3 also doesn't have it, but I agree that having both would be even better. I do hate the placement of the joystick on the X-T30 tho, it's a bit too low, unlike my X-E3.
Single-digit X-T line also felt more solid and robust, when I need to upgrade I'll definitely go with at least the X-T3.
Thank you for the review :)
Thank you for your thoughts. I'm in a similar position betreuen my x-t30 and a used x-t3
Hi, I own a xt30 and I plan to make a change to xt3 for the bigger body and weather resistance. But I heard some people said that the xt3 has a really common problem with the battery that sometimes it reset all your camera settings and that’s a unexceptionable problem for me. Do you the same issue or any other issues with your xt3? My xt30 works perfectly fine.
very helpful thankyou
I am confused about xt 30ii vs xt 3 vs xs10
Can you suggest pro and cons of each
And i want to record study video
Hope you help
Thank you for the video ❤️👏🏾
at my country the sell fuji xt30ii for 968.22$ (body only) but you just need to pay 168.39 more to get the xt3 in my opinion it worth to spent more
X-T3 has better AF than X-T30 after 4.0 update.
thanks for the review it really helped. im making the move to Fujifilm x-t3. Do you have any advice on whats a good lens to shoot stills of jewellery and a good lens for portraits? thanks in advance
56mm or 90mm would be really good for portraits. But if you want zoom lens 50-140 2.8 is better
Do you think xt30ii is an appealing upgrade from xt 200
Yes
Where did you buy that xt-30 grip?
eBay
Thank you! Very useful. I almost buy X-T30. I'll buy X-T3. :)
hey, are you sure xt30 can shoot 4k60p? to my knowledge it cannot
Let me double check maybe I’m wrong on that one
Is this xt30 or xt30ii? I would pay 400 for it if it’s the mk2, but I’m from the EU, so I guess I’ll need to find one here.
That being said, the video quality is not the same. XT3 has double the bitrate, has 4k60, has all intra, and as you said 10 bit internally.
I’ve always thought the XS10 would be a great smaller body that can handle big lenses. Been close to buying one many times.
Fine. Here you go 🥊🥊
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Goodluck, I think I might buy one to try out for funs.
nice comparison ! thank you ! I have an XT30 for 1.5 years, and I love using it.. I believe i will upgrade to XT5.. do you think is that a good idea to upgrade xt3 or xt30, to XT5 ? :) thx
I have not used the X-T5 but from what I’ve seen/heard I think it would. Personally though, the XT3 is still an absolute beast for me in any situation I throw at it
Worth it to buy a brand new X-T3 for $1,000 in 2024?
Will be my first serious camera investment, have been looking at it for a while. I know that used is fine and good, but I think I'll be more attached to a brand new camera + I take great care of my things.
Is $1,000 a good new price?
$1,000 is a good new price but I would still recommend buying used, considering the XT3 is 2 generations old now. You can find used cameras in really good condition and save some $ for lenses. In fact, I’m seeing multiple deals for XT4s in good used condition for $1000 online
Thanks for the comparison. Specs-wise they are quite similar but they cater to different audiences. Your video made it even more hard to decide though. Wish I hadn't watched it haha.
the xt3 with kit lens its about 2500 bucks, while the xt30ii new it costs a thousand bucks, with lens too. theres really no point of comparasion, its more than double the price, i think the xt30ii is the way to go for me.
If you’re talking USD you can get an XT3 used on eBay for like $800 and an 18-55 for $300, a total of $1,100… way off from $2500
Unless you’re a professional photographer, buy used condition you’ll get a much better deal, especially on cameras a few models old
Hi, great vid.
weather proof does not mean i can shoot under water right?
how about xt4 and xt5. are these just next gen of xt3? do they bring acknowledgable improvements to justify the higher price?
Yeah no Fuji cameras like the xt3 are weather sealed but not weather proof.
xt4 introduced ibis, bigger and better battery and flip screen
Xt5 has 40mp sensor and best af
@@MattJacobs thank you
Keeep it up bro 😎
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give me your x-t30 please :)
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