FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Released August 2013
- Newer Model is Sony a3500

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm S3200 and Sony A3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S3200 (14MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the S3200 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

The S3200 was announced 3 years prior to the A3000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the S3200 grades against the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Sony A3000
S3200 | A3000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the FujiFilm S3200
A3000 | S3200 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Sony A3000
S3200 | A3000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S3200 and Sony A3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S3200 and the A3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3200 and A3000 is 67 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and A3000.
To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S3200 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A3000 will show more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3200 will be behind in sensor innovation.

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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Alternate name | FinePix S3250 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 411g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 470 photos |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $190 | $398 |