Fujifilm X-E5 Beats X-T30III at Amazon’s Best Seller Ranking

Earlier today we reported about the first price drop in some EU countries on the Fujifilm X-E5.

I guess this means that in some countries, the Fujifilm X-E5 is not selling that well, especially after the announcement of the Fujifilm X-T30 III.

So out of curiosity I went to check the Amazon USA ranking for best new releases, since it is the only large retailer that I know of that has a sales ranking.

Well, we can see that at the time of this post the Fujifilm X-E5 is on the second spot, the X-T30III on the 5th spot.

Meanwhile, if we take a look at Amazon’s overall best-selling mirrorless camera ranking, the Fujifilm X-E5 is ranked #16, followed by the Fujifilm X-T50 at #23 and the X-T30 III at #36.

So, at least in some countries, like in USA, the Fujifilm X-E5 is currently selling well, maybe even Fujifilm’s best seller, which would confirm what a Fujifilm manager said here.

Fujifilm X-T30 III Performs a Miracle: FujiRumors Comment Section Turns Positive!

It looks like the brand new Fujifilm X-T30 III just did something I thought was almost impossible: it made people happy, even on the comments here on FujiRumors 😊

Because, let’s face it — over the last few months (or even years), there’s been a lot of critiques in the comments on FujiRumors every time Fujifilm launched something new (often I feel rightful critiques, but often I think also not).

In short: Fujifilm has faced its fair share of criticism with almost every recent release.

So, when the X-T30 III dropped, I braced myself before opening the comment section — expecting yet another wave of disappointment.

But much to my surprise… that didn’t happen.

In fact, the more I scrolled, the more positive reactions I found (with some negatives here and there).

Let’s quote a few:

OreganoSpliff: Well, I’m finding it hard to talk s**t given what you get for the money

Marcio K: xactly what I tought to be – the X-M5 in the X-T30 body. For the price, very interesting.

Stefan: £829 in the uk is super cheap. Just £30 more than the XT30ii was at launch

italianbreadman: This is the best thing they’ve done in years

If I were to judge only from the comments, I’d say Fujifilm did a lot of things right with the X-T30 III — mainly by holding the price around that magical 1K mark.

As I said before, the X-T30 III finally closes a huge gap in Fujifilm’s lineup — and it seems that most people appreciate exactly that.

Will it be a best-seller?
Only time will tell.
But honestly — it has all the potential to become a big hit.

I’ll leave you with a bunch of new hands-on reviews and podcasts below.

What’s the Best Pick? Fujifilm X-T30III vs X-T50 vs X-S20 vs X-E5 and XC13-33 vs XC15-45 vs XF16-50 vs XF10-24

So what is the best camera right now to get into the Fujifilm X system?

Well, the answer is of course very personal and it depends on your needs and preference.

However, if “compact size” is one of your top criteria (and you want an EVF), then it probably makes no difference if you go for the Fujifilm X-T30 III, X-T50, X-S20 or X-E5, since they are all pretty close in size as you can see below from the comparison taken from Camerasize.

So other factors will be more important in your decision.

For example, for me there is no competition: it must be rangefinder styled. So Fujifilm X-E5 is the way to go.

If you prefer PSAM dial instead, the X-S20 is pretty much your only (and excellent) option: a bit more expensive, sure, but you’ll get also IBIS and a fully articulating screen if that’s important to you.

If on the other hand resolution is a priority, then the X-T50 might be to consider.

If on a budget, though, I’d go for the X-T30III and compensate for the lack of IBIS with a stabilized lens, such as the XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3.

Speaking of XC13-33, I also wanted to compare it with the other wide angle zooms of Fujifilm (XC15-45mm and XF10-24mm) as well as the more higher end kit lens, the XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8.

I love how compact the XC13-33 is and so far from the first looks I have seen it seems to be a fairly priced lens for its performance (it costs $150 only if purchased bundled with the X-T30III).

But I am still kind of amazed by the XF16-50mm, an “ordinary” kit lens that comes with some more premium features like weather sealing, linear autofocus motor and an internal zoom.

So, if you don’t miss too much the range from 13 to 15, then I guess I’d recommend the XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8. Although, that’s not offered bundled with the X-T30III and the XC13-33mm becomes an unbeatable bargain if purchased bundled with X-T30III.

Stranger Things: What’s Missing and What You Might Have Missed About the Fujifilm X-T30III

The Fujifilm X-T30 III and XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3 are here, and they come with a few surprises.

There are some things you might have missed, some strange omissions compared to other Fujifilm cameras like the X-E5, and even a feature that makes it oddly superior (on paper) to the X-E5 despite being substantially cheaper. Let’s dive in.

Less Film Simulations, More Flexibility

The X-T30 III’s film simulation dial lacks of dedicated Classic Neg. and Nostalgic Neg. slots, unlike all other FS dials Fujifilm has released so far. But at least you can store recipes on the FS1 to FS3 position, like on my beloved Fujifilm X-E5 (you can’t do that on X-T50 and X-M5).

One Firmware Away from Auto Subject Detection Awesomeness

In full AUTO mode, subject detection automatically switches between people, animals, and other subjects (train, car, etc.), just like on the X-S20. It’d be great to have this fully automatic detection in regular shooting modes too.

Here on FujiRumors we are asking for it since 2023 and we also have shared a simple idea on how to implement it on every Fujifilm camera with subject detection.

So please, Fujifilm. You are just a few firmware code lines away from making this happen!

EVF Strangeness

I hope to be wrong with this one, but I have not seen it mentioned anywhere: it looks like the Fujifilm X-T30 III does not have my new favorite EVF “classic display mode”. I love it on my X-E5, and I don’t understand why Fujifilm couldn’t put it also on the X-T30 III.

LCD Strangeness

The Fujifilm X-T30III is substantially cheaper than the Fujifilm X-E5, and yet it features a higher resolution LCD than the X-E5. Look, in real life this does not matter, and yet it is interesting to note that.

Instax Love

in the image size settings, besides the usual 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 etc settings, there are also “instax mini”, “instax square” and “instax wide” settings: those setting record compressed JPEG/HEIF in a shape matching those Instax formats. Shooting 1:1 format has higher resolution than 1:1 Instax Square format.

Also, you can directly print to Instax printers.

6K – Same Same, but Different

6K modes on 40MP models are cropped in wide screen shape, but on 26MP models it’s 6K open gate.

Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO Adds X-T30III and macOS Tahoe 26 Support

Fujifilm X RAW Studio has added support for the Fujifilm X-T30 III and macOS Tahoe 26

Detail of the software update – Ver.1.28.0
The software update Ver. 1.28.0 incorporates the following issues:

  1. The application is compatible with FUJIFILM X-T30 III.
  2. The application can run with macOS Tahoe 26.
    If you are using macOS Tahoe 26 computer, please install and use this Version 1.28.0.

You can access the latest version here.

Fujifilm X-T30III with XC13-33mm Now Available for Pre-Order Also at Amazon

Amazon is now taking preorders for the Fujifilm X-T30 III and the XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3. Since they went live a bit later than the other stores, there’s a good chance Amazon’s waiting list is still shorter right now.

Amazon US

Amazon Europe

Pre-Orders

Fujifilm X-T30 III and XC 13-33mm Announced – Reviews and Pre-Orders – LIVE BLOG

Fujifilm X-T30 III + XC13-33/3.5-6.3 Launch Blog
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The Fujifilm X-T30 III is now reality! And so is the XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3.

Pre-Orders

X-T30 III and XC13-33/3.5-6.3 – Official Fujifilm Info

Fujifilm X-T30 III and XC13-33/3.5-6.3 – First Looks

  • Explora – Fujifilm Announces the X-T30 III and XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS
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LEAKED: First Images of Fujifilm X-T30 III and XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3 OIS

Here are the first leaked images of the Fujifilm X-T30 III and Fujinon XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3 OIS that will be announced in just a few hours and have been shared on Chinese social media xiaohongshu here and at in X by howtofly.

No big surprises. Same body of the X-T30 II. And the lens comes with the (nice) specs we rumored here.

The price given in those leaks is £829 body only and £999 bundled with XC13-33mm kit lens.

Fujifilm Launches Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM X-T30 III”

Fujifilm Launches Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM X-T30 III”

Classic design and compact, lightweight body inherited from the popular X-T30 series
Newly equipped with the latest processor and Film Simulation dial for enhanced photographic enjoyment

Press Release

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Fujifilm Cancels the Party but Keeps the Presents – X-T30 III and XC13-33mm Preorders at 1 AM

the most affordable Fujifilm camera with EVF is coming! - BHphoto page made by FujiRumors for fun
the most affordable Fujifilm camera with EVF is coming! – BHphoto page made by FujiRumors for fun

No Party, No Problem

We’re used to Fujifilm turning every product launch into a big X Summit party — but this time, there’s no party on the calendar.

A pity, really, because the Fujifilm X-T30 III and the new XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3 could end up being very important releases for Fujifilm.

Still, while there may be no celebration stream, the presents are coming anyway: Fujifilm will announce the X-T30 III and XC13-33 October 23 at 1 AM New York time (7 AM Berlin time).

That’s also when reviews will drop and preorders will go live — so get your refresh finger ready, FujiRumors is ready for the live blog :).

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