Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced August 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-C3
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 4 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the NEX-F3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 49 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Fujifilm X-A3
NEX-F3 | Fujifilm X-A3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-A3 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A3 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the NEX-F3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-F3 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A3 and NEX-F3.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A3 to give you greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2012-08-16 |
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 | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min 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 focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | - |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 339g (0.75 pounds) | 314g (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 470 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $480 | $470 |