Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A1
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Launched September 2017
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E4

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Fujifilm X-E3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A2 was brought out 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X-E3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades against the Fujifilm X-E3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Fujifilm X-E3
Fujifilm X-A2 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Fujifilm X-A2
Fujifilm X-E3 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 32 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E3
Fujifilm X-A2 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E3 has sizing of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Fujifilm X-E3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the Fujifilm X-E3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E3 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-E3.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-E3 to show more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2017-09-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | EXR Processor III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS III |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 325 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 54 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.6fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 350 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $370 | $700 |