FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix HS22 EXR
- Refreshed by Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Released August 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A2
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A5

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Fujifilm X-A3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

The HS20 EXR was revealed 6 years before the Fujifilm X-A3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the HS20 EXR grades vs the Fujifilm X-A3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Fujifilm X-A3. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Fujifilm X-A3
HS20 EXR | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
Fujifilm X-A3 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Released | August 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 68 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Fujifilm X-A3
HS20 EXR | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with outside measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-A3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Fujifilm X-A3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the HS20 EXR versus the Fujifilm X-A3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm X-A3 is 58 and 86 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm X-A3.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm X-A3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Fujifilm X-A3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Fujifilm X-A3 |
Also Known as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2016-08-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 77 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Fujifilm X |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lb) | 339g (0.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $600 | $480 |