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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50

Portability
86
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Nikon Z50 front
Portability
74
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Revealed August 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A5
Nikon Z50
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
  • Released October 2019
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Overview

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon Z50, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 4 years prior to the Z50 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the Z50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Nikon Z50

 Fujifilm X-A3 Z50 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Fujifilm X-A3

 Z50 Fujifilm X-A3 
ReleasedOctober 2019August 2016More modern by 38 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon Z50

 Fujifilm X-A3 Z50 
Manual focus More exact focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display resolution1040k1040kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Nikon Z50 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon Z50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs the Z50.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Z50 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Z50.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A3 to offer extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Portrait photography features
Nikon Z50 Portrait photography features
80
you can focus manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
80
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (21 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Street photography highlights
Nikon Z50 Street photography highlights
79
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
features focus via touch
no image stabilization
73
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers touch focus
environment proof
above average ISO range (51,200)
no image stabilization
heavier than average (397g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A3
Sports photography with Nikon Z50
64
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
good resolution (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
better than average battery pack (410 per charge)
low frames per second (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
no phase detect AF
75
sensor resolution is decent (21MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Travel photography factors
Nikon Z50 Travel photography factors
87
better than average battery pack (410 CIPA)
features focus via touch
good resolution (24MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
77
environment proof
supports bluetooth
offers touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (21MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
heavier than average (397g)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography information
Nikon Z50 Landscape photography information
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3")
good resolution (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (410 CIPA)
no image stabilization
79
focusing manually
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
sensor resolution is decent (21 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Vlogging information
Nikon Z50 Vlogging information
74
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
supports face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no image stabilization
does not have microphone jack
71
display is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
includes face detection focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic socket
no image stabilization
heavier than average (397 grams)
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon Z50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon Z50
 Fujifilm X-A3Nikon Z50
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-A3 Nikon Z50
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-08-25 2019-10-10
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II Expeed 6
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 21 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 5568 x 3712
Max native ISO 6400 51200
Max enhanced ISO 25600 204800
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 77 209
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Number of lenses 54 15
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3.2"
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 7.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 339g (0.75 lbs) 397g (0.88 lbs)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 shots 320 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Built-in
Battery ID NP-W126 EN-EL25
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $480 $857