Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3
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86 Imaging
67 Features
75 Overall
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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 112 x 68 x 45mm
- Released February 2017
- Superseded the Canon M3
- Replacement is Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched August 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A5

Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-A3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the M6 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The M6 was revealed 6 months after the Fujifilm X-A3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the M6 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-A3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 and Fujifilm X-A3. The full galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery and Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M6 over the Fujifilm X-A3
M6 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Canon M6
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Common features in the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-A3
M6 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Launched | February 2017 | ![]() | August 2016 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon M6 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M6 and Fujifilm X-A3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the M6 compared to the Fujifilm X-A3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M6 and Fujifilm X-A3 is 84 and 86 respectively.

Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 and Fujifilm X-A3.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M6 vs Fujifilm X-A3 Specifications
Canon EOS M6 | Fujifilm X-A3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M6 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-02-15 | 2016-08-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 7 | 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 | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 6.0fps |
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 modes | - | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 pounds) | 339g (0.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 68 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photos | 410 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $679 | $480 |