Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Launched November 2017

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Leica CL, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the CL (24MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A3 was introduced 15 months prior to the CL which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up versus the CL when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 & Leica CL. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Leica CL Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Leica CL
Fujifilm X-A3 | CL | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Fujifilm X-A3
CL | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
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Launched | November 2017 | ![]() | August 2016 | More modern by 15 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Leica CL
Fujifilm X-A3 | CL | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Leica CL has dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Leica CL in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the CL.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and CL is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and CL.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm X-A3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica CL Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Leica CL | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Leica CL |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2017-11-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Maestro II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6014 x 4014 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 50000 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Available lenses | 54 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/25000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339g (0.75 lbs) | 403g (0.89 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BP-DC12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $480 | $3,799 |