Fujifilm Likely Discontinues X-T30 II Mirrorless Camera
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Possible Fujifilm X-T30 III or X-T40 Upgrades2019’s Fujifilm X-T30 was a beloved intermediate-level mirrorless camera among users and reviewers. Its 2021 successor, the X-T30 II, inspired similar affection but was nearly identical. (Prices start at $999, body only.) Meanwhile, competing brands such as Canon, Nikon, and Sony have outstripped this Fujifilm line in some areas, such as shooting speed and subject tracking. So, the apparent discontinuation of the X-T30 II is a reason for cautious optimism, as rumors of a X-T30 III or X-T40 swirl about.
Fujifilm has not officially announced the end of the X-T30 II. But the site Fujiaddict recently spotted it listed as “Discontinued” on the B&H site for the body only as well as kit options. However, the retailer has since revised that to the less-definitive “Temporarily Out of Stock” designation. Other circumstantial evidence can be found on Amazon short-supply warnings, such as, “Only 4 left in stock – order soon.”
Vendors do not appear to be offering close-out discounts, however. For instance, B&H still lists the original prices of $999 for the body-only version and 1,099 for the 15-45mm kit lens bundle. So, at the moment, there’s no need to rush out and snap up deals on this aging camera. However, it’s not a given that a possible replacement model will come in at the same prices.
Possible Fujifilm X-T30 III or X-T40 Upgrades
Fujifilm has not even announced the existence of a X-T30 III or X-T40, let alone its specs. But to stay competitive, it may upgrade the shooting speed from 8 fps with mechanical shutter and 20 fps with electronic shutter. For instance, the similarly priced Nikon Z50 II from 2024 (starting at $849, body only) shoots at 11 fps mechanical and up to 30 fps electronic. 2022’s Canon EOS R10 (starting at $949) achieves 15 fps/23 fps.
While the X-T30 II autofocus and subject tracking are reported to be very accurate for its time, these technologies have improved even more with the trickle-down of smartphone technologies into traditional cameras. For instance, Fujifilm’s model can detect human faces and eyes, whereas most other cameras in this class go further. The Canon R10 and Sony A6700 ($1399) are also able to recognize animals and people. The Nikon Z50 II detects nine subject types, including people, animals (like dogs and cats), cars, trains, and planes.
Realistic Expectations for a Successor
The biggest improvement, though, would be in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which could buy up to 4–5 stops for sharp photos or videos. This is still a rarity, not present in most rivals. Adding it while staying in this price range would be a substantial deal. For instance, the 2025 Olympus OM-3 offers 5-axis IBIS but starts at $1,849.99 (body-only).
One area that shouldn’t need an upgrade is resolution. The X-T30 II still leads the pack with a 26.1-megapixel APS-C back-illuminated sensor. Its 4K/30 fps video is still industry standard for full-frame oversampling (from 6K), but some rivals use cropping to offer a 60 fps option-another area for possible upgrades.
With no significant price drops on the older models and precedent for improvements in a possible X-T30 II successor, Fujifilm fans may have reason for hopeful anticipation.