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Fujifilm X-T30 III vs X-M5
Short answer
The Fujifilm X-T30 III and Fujifilm X-M5 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), film simulations (20), and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-M5 leads on launch price — $799, battery life — 330 shots, and weight — 355 g.
Fujifilm X-M5: 3 specs ahead
Size side by side
- Fujifilm X-T30 III is 6.5 mm wider
- Fujifilm X-T30 III is 16.2 mm taller
- Fujifilm X-T30 III is 8.8 mm deeper
Side by side
| Fujifilm X-T30 III | Fujifilm X-M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
| Sensor | 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 | 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 |
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Processor | X-Processor 5 | X-Processor 5 |
| In-body stabilisation | No | No |
| Film simulations | 20 | 20 |
| Viewfinder | 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.62× magnification | None — rear screen only |
| Screen | 3.0-inch tilting touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Burst | 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical | 30 fps electronic (1.25× crop), 8 fps mechanical |
| ISO range | ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) | ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) |
| Battery life | 315 shots | 330 shots |
| Weight | 378 g | 355 g |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8 mm | 111.9 × 66.6 × 38.0 mm |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Card slots | 1× SD UHS-I | 1× SD UHS-I |
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
What is different
Fujifilm X-T30 III
Evenly matched on paper
Fujifilm X-M5
- launch price — $799
- battery life — 330 shots
- weight — 355 g
The Fujifilm X-T30 III and Fujifilm X-M5 share the same processor (X-Processor 5), sensor format (APS-C), film simulations (20), lens mount (Fujifilm X).
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Which is newer, the X-T30 III or the X-M5?
The X-T30 III, from 2025. The X-M5 came out in 2024.
Which one is lighter?
The X-M5, by 23 g (355 g against 378 g).
Which one lasts longer on a charge?
The X-M5, rated at 330 shots against 315.
How far apart were the launch prices?
$200. The X-T30 III launched at $999 and the X-M5 at $799.
Which is better, the X-T30 III or the X-M5?
On measurable specs the X-M5 leads, 3 wins against 1. That is a spec count, not a field test.
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Last updated September 18, 2026