Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Launched February 2015
- Newer Model is Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released November 2013
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A2

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Overview
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).

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.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm X-A1
M3 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 15 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Canon M3
Fujifilm X-A1 | M3 |
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Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-A1
M3 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm X-A1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.2fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (ISO200m) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 366 grams (0.81 lb) | 330 grams (0.73 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $481 | $329 |