Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand 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
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 522g - 124 x 94 x 64mm
- Announced December 2006
- Successor is Nikon D3000
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon D40, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and D40 (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 9 years later than the D40 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up vs the D40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Nikon D40. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Nikon D40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Nikon D40
Fujifilm X-A3 | D40 | |||
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Announced | August 2016 | December 2006 | More recent by 118 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40 over the Fujifilm X-A3
D40 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon D40
Fujifilm X-A3 | D40 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon D40 has measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon D40 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the D40.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and D40 is 86 and 71 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and D40.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to render more detail having its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon D40 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Nikon D40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Nikon D40 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2016-08-25 | 2006-12-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 54 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 17.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339 grams (0.75 pounds) | 522 grams (1.15 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 561 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $480 | $500 |