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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3

Portability
86
Imaging
58
Features
68
Overall
62
Fujifilm X-A2 front
 
Sony FX3 front
Portability
62
Imaging
64
Features
92
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-A1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A3
Sony FX3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Released February 2021
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Overview

In this article, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Sony FX3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was launched 7 years prior to the FX3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up vs the FX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Sony FX3

 Fujifilm X-A2 FX3 

Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Fujifilm X-A2

 FX3 Fujifilm X-A2 
ReleasedFebruary 2021January 2015More modern by 74 months
Screen typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1440k920kSharper screen (+520k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony FX3

 Fujifilm X-A2 FX3 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen sizing3"3.00"Equivalent screen sizing
Selfie screen Both good for selfies

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony FX3 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the FX3.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and FX3 is 86 and 62 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and FX3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm X-A2 will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A2 will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Portrait photography advice
Sony FX3 Portrait photography advice
74
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focus
exports RAW formats
70
manual focus
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection focus
supports RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Street photography with Sony FX3
76
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
76
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
environment sealing
great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Sports photography with Sony FX3
57
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
good battery power (410 CIPA)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.6 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
75
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
great battery pack (600 CIPA)
supports phase detect auto focus
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-A2
Travel photography with Sony FX3
78
good battery power (410 per charge)
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
lack of Timelapse function
70
great battery pack (600 CIPA)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
screen is selfie friendly
low MP (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony FX3 as a Landscape photography camera
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent megapixels (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (410 shots)
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse function
77
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
great battery pack (600 shots)
2 card slots
low MP (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-A2
Vlogging with Sony FX3
70
selfie friendly display
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lack of image stabilization
lack of microphone support
77
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic support
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Sony FX3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A2 and Sony FX3
 Fujifilm X-A2Sony FX3
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-A2 Sony FX3
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2015-01-14 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 surface area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Max native ISO 6400 102400
Max enhanced ISO 25600 409600
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW format
Min enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 49 759
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Amount of lenses 54 187
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 920k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 5.6 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 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
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350g (0.77 lb) 716g (1.58 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 85
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 3900
Other
Battery life 410 photographs 600 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 1 Two
Retail cost $370 $3,900