Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100
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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Launched February 2015
- Refreshed by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
- Released May 2018
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T200

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm X-T100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

The M3 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-T100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M3 grades against the Fujifilm X-T100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Fujifilm X-T100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Fujifilm X-T100
M3 | Fujifilm X-T100 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Canon M3
Fujifilm X-T100 | M3 | |||
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Released | May 2018 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 40 months |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Fujifilm X-T100
M3 | Fujifilm X-T100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T100 has dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M3 versus Fujifilm X-T100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M3 against the Fujifilm X-T100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and Fujifilm X-T100 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and Fujifilm X-T100.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images however you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older M3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Fujifilm X-T100 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-T100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M3 | Fujifilm X-T100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2018-05-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor 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 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 91 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Total lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.2 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 366 gr (0.81 pounds) | 448 gr (0.99 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 430 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $481 | $499 |