Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III
86 Imaging
67 Features
75 Overall
70
63 Imaging
73 Features
92 Overall
80
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced August 2016
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Released February 2018
- Replaced the Sony A7 II
- Later Model is Sony A7 IV
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A7 III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 18 months earlier than the A7 III making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the A7 III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony A7 III
| Fujifilm X-A3 | A7 III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Fujifilm X-A3
| A7 III | Fujifilm X-A3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2018 |  | August 2016 | Fresher by 18 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A7 III
| Fujifilm X-A3 | A7 III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 features exterior measurements 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 Sony A7 III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A7 III in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the A7 III.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and A7 III is 86 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and A7 III.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 features the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF trickier. The older Fujifilm X-A3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Photography GlossaryStreet Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoSports Comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesTravel Comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesLandscape Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthVlogging Comparison
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2016-08-25 | 2018-02-27 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 77 | 693 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 339g (0.75 lb) | 650g (1.43 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 96 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 3730 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 410 images | 610 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Two |
| Launch cost | $480 | $1,998 |