Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Released February 2015
- Replacement is Canon M6
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced August 2016
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A5
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe M3 was unveiled 18 months before the Fujifilm X-A3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M3 scores versus the Fujifilm X-A3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 and Fujifilm X-A3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm X-A3
M3 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Canon M3
Fujifilm X-A3 | M3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2016 | February 2015 | More recent by 18 months |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-A3
M3 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M3 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-A3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).
Check the Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M3 versus the Fujifilm X-A3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and Fujifilm X-A3 is 85 and 86 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and Fujifilm X-A3.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older M3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2016-08-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.2 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 366 gr (0.81 pounds) | 339 gr (0.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 410 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $481 | $480 |