Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony a3500

Below is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was announced 2 years later than the a3500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades against the a3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a3500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the a3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and a3500 is 86 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and a3500.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-A3 to render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A3 should have an edge in sensor innovation.