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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390

Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front
Portability
66
Imaging
54
Features
54
Overall
54

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Launched August 2016
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-A2
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-A5
Sony A390
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Succeeded the Sony A380
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and A390 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was released 6 years after the A390 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades against the A390 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony A390

 Fujifilm X-A3 A390 
RevealedAugust 2016July 2010Newer by 74 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1040k230kSharper display (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Fujifilm X-A3

 A390 Fujifilm X-A3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A390

 Fujifilm X-A3 A390 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony A390 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the A390.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and A390 is 86 and 66 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and A390.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A3 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A390 as a Portrait photography camera
80
focusing manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
72
has manual focus
good MP (14MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Street photography advice
Sony A390 Street photography advice
80
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
provides focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
76
tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Sports photography information
Sony A390 Sports photography information
65
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
good resolution (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
good battery power (410 per charge)
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
60
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
max fps very slow (3.0 fps)
bad battery pack (230 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Travel photography information
Sony A390 Travel photography information
88
good battery power (410 per charge)
provides focus via touch
good resolution (24MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
53
good MP (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (230 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography details
Sony A390 Landscape photography details
79
focusing manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (410 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
61
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good MP (14MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (2.7")
bad battery pack (230 shots)
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-A3
Vlogging with Sony A390
74
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lack of image stabilization
missing external mic port
9
lack of video recording
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A390 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A390
 Fujifilm X-A3Sony Alpha DSLR-A390
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-A3 Sony Alpha DSLR-A390
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2016-08-25 2010-07-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CCD
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 24MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4592 x 3056
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 77 9
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony/Minolta Alpha
Amount of lenses 54 143
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.49x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 10.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 339 gr (0.75 lb) 549 gr (1.21 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 66
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 607
Other
Battery life 410 pictures 230 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NP-FH50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $480 $500