Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon S3500

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon S3500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the S3500 (20MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and S3500 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 3 years after the S3500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon S3500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up vs the S3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 offers outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon S3500 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon S3500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the S3500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and S3500 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and S3500.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.