Canon M3 vs Fujifilm F800EXR

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm F800EXR, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") boast different sensor sizes.

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The M3 was unveiled 2 years later than the Fujifilm F800EXR and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm F800EXR being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M3 scores against the Fujifilm F800EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 and Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery and Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M3 has got outer dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F800EXR has sizing of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm F800EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the M3 vs the Fujifilm F800EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and Fujifilm F800EXR is 85 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and Fujifilm F800EXR.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M3 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M3 will provide you with more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher M3 provides an advantage in sensor tech.