Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1

Here, we will be matching up the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm X-A1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The M3 was announced 15 months later than the Fujifilm X-A1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M3 scores vs the Fujifilm X-A1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 & Fujifilm X-A1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery & Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 provides external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A1 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M3 and the Fujifilm X-A1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and Fujifilm X-A1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and Fujifilm X-A1.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon M3 to give you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger M3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.