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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000

Portability
86
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Sony Alpha a6000 front
Portability
85
Imaging
65
Features
78
Overall
70

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(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
  • Launched August 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-A5
Sony A6000
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
  • Released April 2014
  • Superseded the Sony NEX-6
  • Later Model is Sony A6300
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A6000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the A6000 (24MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was manufactured 2 years after the A6000 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the A6000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Sony A6000

 Fujifilm X-A3 A6000 
ReleasedAugust 2016April 2014Newer by 29 months
Display resolution1040k922kClearer display (+118k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Fujifilm X-A3

 A6000 Fujifilm X-A3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A6000

 Fujifilm X-A3 A6000 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A3 offers physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony A6000 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the A6000.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and A6000 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and A6000.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm X-A3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Portrait photography highlights
Sony A6000 Portrait photography highlights
80
has manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
79
focusing manually
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Street photography camera
Sony A6000 as a Street photography camera
79
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
includes focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
80
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (344g)
great ISO range (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Sports photography info
Sony A6000 Sports photography info
64
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
good battery power (410 per charge)
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
72
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Travel photography camera
Sony A6000 as a Travel photography camera
87
good battery power (410 CIPA)
includes focus via touch
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is selfie friendly
77
lighter than competition in class (344g)
MP count good (24MP)
flash built-in
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography details
Sony A6000 Landscape photography details
79
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (410 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
78
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3")
MP count good (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Vlogging info
Sony A6000 Vlogging info
74
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
has face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
33
includes face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (344 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic support
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony A6000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony A6000
 Fujifilm X-A3Sony Alpha a6000
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-A3 Sony Alpha a6000
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2016-08-25 2014-04-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II Bionz X
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 24MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max enhanced ISO 25600 51200
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 77 179
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 6.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic support
Headphone support
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 339 grams (0.75 pounds) 344 grams (0.76 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 82
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.1
DXO Low light score not tested 1347
Other
Battery life 410 pictures 360 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot))
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $480 $548