Editor's note: If you're looking for a new compact system camera, the Fujifilm X-T30 is a strong new contender – and is nearing its release on 20 March 2019. I've spent 12 hours with a final production version of this miniature version of the X-T3 in Rome, so here are some extra impressions of the...

Fujifilm was kind enough to lend me an X-T3 unit for a month in November, and I was selfish enough to ignore their emails to return it for the past two months. Yes, the X-T3 is so good I wish I could keep it forever.

The Fujifilm X-T30 follows a tried-and-trusted recipe now on its third generation, delivering the same sensor, processing and autofocus of the flagship X-T3 in a smaller, lighter and much more affordable body.

FUJIFILM X-T3 Review – I remember my childhood days like it was yesterday. My parent had a FUJIFILM camera (you know, the kind that used a film roll) and they entrusted me with it.

For $899, you'll get a lot of value for your dollar with the Fujifilm X-T30, given the camera's overall solid performance and its stellar image quality. This compact mirrorless camera is feature-rich and while, in my opinion, it would be a waste of money to use the X-T30 in auto mode, that option is...

The X-T30 has a couple of handling quirks that are practically inevitable in a camera this small, and it has no in-body stabilisation, but these are the only faults we can find in a camera with superb external controls, a great 26.1-megapixel sensor, superb autofocus and powerful 4K video recording...

Excellent image quality; Powerful and effective autofocus; Traditional exposure controls; Small size

No in-body stabilisation; Placement of Q button

​ Users find this camera to be the best all-purpose camera under $1000 right now. The X-T30's still image quality, video quality, ease of use, and good portability all add up to a stellar package. Another best feature is its ability to use antique manual focus lenses.

Exceptional 4K video; Exceptional image quality; Traditional exposure controls; 100% phase detect AF coverage; Powerful and efficient autofocus

Lacks image stabilization as well as weather sealing; Grip is not ideal for larger lenses and photographers with larger hands; Rear touchscreen-only tilts up and down; unlike the X-T3 which also tilts to the right as well