Canon T6 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon T6 and Fujifilm X-A3, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the T6 (18MP) and Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The T6 was revealed 5 months earlier than the Fujifilm X-A3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon T6 being a Compact SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the T6 scores vs the Fujifilm X-A3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS T6 and Fujifilm X-A3. The full galleries are provided at Canon T6 Gallery and Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon T6 features external measurements of 129mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.1" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-A3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Canon T6 and Fujifilm X-A3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the T6 compared to the Fujifilm X-A3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T6 and Fujifilm X-A3 is 68 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the T6 and Fujifilm X-A3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-A3 to provide extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.