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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3

Portability
87 Imaging
58 Features
61 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Sony FX3 front
Portability
62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
75

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Announced November 2013
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-A2
Sony FX3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Revealed February 2021
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Sony FX3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled 8 years prior to the FX3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the FX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony FX3

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-A1 FX3 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Fujifilm X-A1

		

		

			
 FX3 Fujifilm X-A1 
RevealedFebruary 2021November 2013More modern by 88 months
Screen typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1440k920kSharper screen (+520k dot)
Selfie screen  Take selfies
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony FX3

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-A1 FX3 
Focus manually  Dial exact focus
Screen dimensions3"3.00"Equal screen sizing
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Sony FX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the FX3.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and FX3 is 87 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and FX3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm X-A1 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Portrait photography info
Sony FX3 Portrait photography info
74
 focusing manually
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 comes with face detect focusing
 saves RAW formats
71
 has manual focus
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 provides face detection autofocus
 exports RAW files
 low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Street photography info
Sony FX3 Street photography info
76
 screen tilts up and down
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 saves RAW formats
 lack of image stabilization
76
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 includes touch focus
 weather proofing
 great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography factors
Sony FX3 Sports photography factors
54
 good  resolution (16MP)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 comes with tracking focus
 max fps very slow (6.0 frames per second)
 lack of image stabilization
 lacks phase detect AF
76
 high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 provides tracking autofocus
 weather proofing
 good battery power (600 CIPA)
 has phase detect autofocus
 low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography highlights
Sony FX3 Travel photography highlights
66
 good  resolution (16MP)
 flash built-in
 missing Time Lapse recording
 display is not selfie friendly
71
 good battery power (600 per charge)
 weather proofing
 has bluetooth
 includes touch focus
 selfie friendly display
 low MP (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography features
Sony FX3 Landscape photography features
69
 focusing manually
 switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 nice screen size (3 inch)
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 nice sensor size (APS-C)
 saves RAW formats
 lack of image stabilization
 missing Time Lapse recording
77
 has manual focus
 interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen is a good size (3.00")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 large sensor size (Full frame)
 great high ISO (102,400)
 exports RAW files
 weather proofing
 good battery power (600 CIPA)
 2 card slots
 low MP (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging highlights
Sony FX3 Vlogging highlights
31
 comes with face detect focusing
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
 display is not selfie friendly
 lack of image stabilization
 missing mic support
77
 selfie friendly display
 touch screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 provides face detection autofocus
 video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 has external mic support
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony FX3 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony FX3
 Fujifilm X-A1Sony FX3
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-A1 Sony FX3
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2013-11-30 2021-02-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 3:2 and  16:9
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 6400 102400
Highest boosted ISO - 409600
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW pictures    
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Number of focus points 49 759
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Amount of lenses 54 187
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fully articulated
Display sizing 3 inch 3.00 inch
Display resolution 920 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 330 grams (0.73 lb) 716 grams (1.58 lb)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 85
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 3900
Other
Battery life 350 images 600 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature   With downloadable app
Storage type SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 1 2
Cost at launch $329 $3,900