Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6
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75 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced August 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A2
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Refreshed by Sony A6000
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 3 years later than the NEX-6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up against the NEX-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony NEX-6
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-6 | |||
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Revealed | August 2016 | March 2013 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Fujifilm X-A3
NEX-6 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony NEX-6
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-6 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the NEX-6.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-6 is 86 and 85 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-6.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-08-25 | 2013-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 339 gr (0.75 lbs) | 345 gr (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1018 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 360 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $480 | $365 |