Sony Alpha A6500 vs Fujifilm X-T30
Sony Alpha A6500 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the X-T30 is better for a film look.
Choose the Alpha A6500 for
- faster bursts (11fps vs 8fps)
- better low-light performance
- in-body image stabilisation
- weather sealing
- more lenses in our database (105 vs 36)
Choose the X-T30 for
- more resolution (26.1MP vs 24.2MP)
- a lighter body (383g vs 453g)
- a lower price (from £229)
- a newer design (2019)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Alpha A6500 | X-T30 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24.2MP | APS-C, 26.1MP |
| Mount | Sony E (APS-C) | Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2016 | 2019 |
| Burst | 11 fps | 8 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 25,600 | 12,800 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 453 g | 383 g |
| Battery | Sony NP-FW50 | Fujifilm NP-W126S |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | No longer sold new |
| Used at MPB | £369–539 | £229–659 |
| Native lenses in our database | 105 (82 third-party) | 36 (23 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | X-T30 |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Alpha A6500 uses Sony E / FE (105 lenses in our database, 82 third-party) and the X-T30 uses Fujifilm X (36 lenses, 23 third-party). Batteries: Sony NP-FW50 (about £55) vs Fujifilm NP-W126S (about £46).
Alpha A6500 compatible lenses → · X-T30 compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony Alpha A6500 better than the Fujifilm X-T30?
It depends on your priorities. The Alpha A6500 offers faster bursts (11fps vs 8fps), better low-light performance, in-body image stabilisation; the X-T30 offers more resolution (26.1MP vs 24.2MP), a lighter body (383g vs 453g), a lower price (from £229).
Which is better for video, the Alpha A6500 or the X-T30?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Alpha A6500 or the X-T30?
The Alpha A6500 costs No longer sold new new and from £369 used at MPB; the X-T30 costs No longer sold new new and from £229 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Sony Alpha A6500 lenses on the X-T30?
Not directly. The Alpha A6500 uses Sony E / FE and the X-T30 uses Fujifilm X; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.