Fujifilm X-A3 vs Pentax S1

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Pentax S1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and S1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and S1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was introduced 5 years later than the S1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up versus the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and S1 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and S1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will deliver more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.