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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8

Portability
86
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Leica M8 front
Portability
79
Imaging
50
Features
31
Overall
42

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Launched August 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A5
Leica M8
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-H Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 2500
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 591g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Revealed July 2007
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and M8 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and M8 (APS-H) offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was announced 9 years later than the M8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the M8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Leica M8

 Fujifilm X-A3 M8 
RevealedAugust 2016July 2007More recent by 111 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Leica M8 over the Fujifilm X-A3

 M8 Fujifilm X-A3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Leica M8

 Fujifilm X-A3 M8 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the M8.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and M8 is 86 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and M8.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will show extra detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Portrait photography details
Leica M8 Portrait photography details
80
focusing manually
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
delivers RAW files
54
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-H)
delivers RAW files
no liveview feature
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Street photography camera
Leica M8 as a Street photography camera
79
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
comes with touch focus
lack of image stabilization
62
decent sensor size (APS-H)
delivers RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Sports photography information
Leica M8 Sports photography information
64
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery life (410 per charge)
slow fps (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
43
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
decent sensor size (APS-H)
great battery life (550 shots)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Travel photography features
Leica M8 Travel photography features
87
good battery life (410 CIPA)
comes with touch focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
51
great battery life (550 shots)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography factors
Leica M8 Landscape photography factors
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (410 shots)
lack of image stabilization
55
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor size (APS-H)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW files
great battery life (550 shots)
small screen (2.5")
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Vlogging details
Leica M8 Vlogging details
74
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lack of image stabilization
no external microphone support
9
no video
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Leica M8
 Fujifilm X-A3Leica M8
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-A3 Leica M8
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2016-08-25 2007-07-31
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-H
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 27 x 18mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 486.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 3936 x 2630
Max native ISO 6400 2500
Max enhanced ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 200 160
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 77 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica M
Amount of lenses 54 59
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.3
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (rangefinder)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated 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 Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 339g (0.75 lb) 591g (1.30 lb)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 59
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.3
DXO Low light score not tested 663
Other
Battery life 410 pictures 550 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $480 $4,400