Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(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
- Launched August 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Earlier Model is Sigma fp

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sigma fp L, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and fp L (61MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-A3 was announced 5 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores versus the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sigma fp L
Fujifilm X-A3 | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Fujifilm X-A3
fp L | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | March 2021 | ![]() | August 2016 | More recent by 55 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sigma fp L
Fujifilm X-A3 | fp L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A3 comes with outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sigma fp L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and fp L is 86 and 83 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and fp L.
To sum up, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail with its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sigma fp L |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-08-25 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339 grams (0.75 lb) | 427 grams (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
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 photos | 240 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $480 | $2,499 |