Pentax K-30 vs Fujifilm X100F

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Pentax K-30 vs Fujifilm X100F

APS-C 369.7mm²
16.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Pentax K-30 Review.
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APS-C 368.2mm²
24.3 megapixels
35.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Succeeded by the Pentax K-50
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Succeeded by the Fujifilm X100V
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Differences

Pentax K-30 advantages over Fujifilm X100F

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Bigger pixels
~ 4.81 vs 3.93 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Less shutter lag
0.16 vs 0.25 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
More viewfinder magnification
0.61x vs 0.50x
Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder

Fujifilm X100F advantages over Pentax K-30

In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Integrated ND filter
Yes vs No
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Thinner
52 mm vs 71 mm
Thinner
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Higher max flash sync
1/2000 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Newer
7 years vs 12 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
HDMI out
HDMI out vs None
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
More pixels
24.3 vs 16.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Faster JPEG shooting
8.0 fps vs 5.5 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/6000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
51200 vs 25600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Pentaprism viewfinder is bright and accurate; Weather-sealed body can handle direct rain; Twin control dials make exposure control a snap; Solid build; Great image quality.
Lower resolution than some rivals; Not as small as recent Pentax entry-level and mid-range models; A couple of ergonomic and UI quirks; Shutter isn't the quietest; 18-55 kit lens isn't weather-sealed.
Read our Pentax K-30 Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X100F, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Fujifilm X100F Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Nikon D7000

Pentax K-30

Nikon D7000

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$699
APS-C

Fast startup
Longer stills battery life

Compare Pentax K-30 vs Nikon D7000

Fujifilm X100F

Nikon D7000

$899
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-camera panoramas

$699
APS-C

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Nikon D7000

Compared to Canon T4i

Pentax K-30

Canon T4i

$599
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-30 vs Canon T4i

Fujifilm X100F

Canon T4i

$899
APS-C

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$700
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

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Compared to Pentax K-5 II

Pentax K-30

Pentax K-5 II

$599
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$699
APS-C

Fast startup
Longer stills battery life

Compare Pentax K-30 vs Pentax K-5 II

Fujifilm X100F

Pentax K-5 II

$899
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-camera panoramas

$699
APS-C

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X100F vs Pentax K-5 II

Compared to Fujifilm X100T

Pentax K-30

Fujifilm X100T

$599
APS-C

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fast startup

$1299
APS-C

In-camera panoramas
Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Pentax K-30 vs Fujifilm X100T

Fujifilm X100F

Fujifilm X100T

$899
APS-C

Less expensive
Fast startup

$1299
APS-C

Bigger pixels

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Compared to Fujifilm X100V

Pentax K-30

Fujifilm X100V

$599
APS-C

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Bigger pixels

$1399
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-30 vs Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100F

Fujifilm X100V

$899
APS-C

Less expensive
Longer video battery life

$1399
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

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