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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3

Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-A5 front
 
Fujifilm X-E3 front
Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
  • Released January 2018
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A3
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Announced September 2017
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-E4
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was manufactured 5 months later than the Fujifilm X-E3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades versus the Fujifilm X-E3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 Fujifilm X-A5 Fujifilm X-E3 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Fujifilm X-A5

 Fujifilm X-E3 Fujifilm X-A5 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3

 Fujifilm X-A5 Fujifilm X-E3 
AnnouncedJanuary 2018September 2017Same generation
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Display resolution1040k1040kThe same display resolution
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E3 has measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the Fujifilm X-E3.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-E3 as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
80
focusing manually
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Street photography highlights
Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography highlights
80
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
comes with focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
72
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
has touch focus
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Sports photography info
Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography info
71
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery power (450 shots)
comes with phase detect autofocus
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
75
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Travel photography advice
Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography advice
88
good battery power (450 CIPA)
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
decent MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
77
has bluetooth
has touch focus
good resolution (24MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm X-E3 as a Landscape photography camera
79
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (450 shots)
lack of image stabilization
79
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3")
good resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Vlogging advice
Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging advice
81
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external mic support
lack of image stabilization
37
screen is touchscreen
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has microphone support
does not have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-E3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-E3
 Fujifilm X-A5Fujifilm X-E3
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type Fujifilm X-A5 Fujifilm X-E3
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2018-01-31 2017-09-07
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - EXR Processor III
Sensor type CMOS CMOS X-TRANS III
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 51200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 91 325
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Total lenses 54 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.70 m (at ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 361 gr (0.80 pounds) 337 gr (0.74 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 450 shots 350 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NP-W126S
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $500 $700