Canon R3 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon R3 versus Fujifilm X-T1 IR, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R3 was manufactured 6 years later than the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the R3 grades versus the Fujifilm X-T1 IR for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R3 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 offers outside measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T1 IR has measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R3 versus Fujifilm X-T1 IR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the R3 versus the Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR is 52 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R3 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R3 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon R3 will produce greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern R3 will have an edge in sensor technology.