Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2018
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(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
- Announced August 2012
- Older Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-3N

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A5 was unveiled 5 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades vs the NEX-F3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-A5 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Announced | January 2018 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 67 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Fujifilm X-A5
NEX-F3 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-A5 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Sony NEX-F3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the NEX-F3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and NEX-F3 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and NEX-F3.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-A5 to render greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-01-31 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 361 gr (0.80 pounds) | 314 gr (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" 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 | 450 shots | 470 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | $470 |