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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3

Portability
86
Imaging
59
Features
68
Overall
62
Fujifilm X-A2 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-F3 front
Portability
86
Imaging
57
Features
60
Overall
58

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Announced January 2015
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-A1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-A3
Sony NEX-F3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Replaced the Sony NEX-C3
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-3N
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview

The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 2 years after the NEX-F3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up versus the NEX-F3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Sony NEX-F3

 Fujifilm X-A2 NEX-F3 
RevealedJanuary 2015August 2012Newer by 30 months
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Fujifilm X-A2

 NEX-F3 Fujifilm X-A2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-F3

 Fujifilm X-A2 NEX-F3 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution920k920kEqual screen resolution
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 offers physical 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 Sony NEX-F3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 compared to the NEX-F3.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-F3 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A2 and NEX-F3.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Portrait photography highlights
Sony NEX-F3 Portrait photography highlights
75
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focus
exports RAW formats
74
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Street photography with Sony NEX-F3
76
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
76
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Sports photography factors
Sony NEX-F3 Sports photography factors
58
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
good battery power (410 CIPA)
max fps low (5.6 fps)
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect auto focus
53
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good battery life (470 CIPA)
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Travel photography advice
Sony NEX-F3 Travel photography advice
78
good battery power (410 CIPA)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
does not have Timelapse mode
69
good battery life (470 CIPA)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Landscape photography with Sony NEX-F3
71
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (410 shots)
no image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
70
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (470 CIPA)
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Vlogging features
Sony NEX-F3 Vlogging features
70
selfie friendly display
supports face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
27
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
doesn't have microphone support
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony NEX-F3
 Fujifilm X-A2Sony Alpha NEX-F3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-A2 Sony Alpha NEX-F3
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2015-01-14 2012-08-16
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 16000
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 920k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT LCD TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 5.6fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) -
Flash options Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 gr (0.77 pounds) 314 gr (0.69 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 1114
Other
Battery life 410 images 470 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $370 $470