Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-F3

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 16 months after the NEX-F3 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 provides external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-F3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the NEX-F3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-F3 is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-F3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X-A1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.