Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Announced September 2019
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Newer Model is Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-A7 was launched 6 years later than the A3000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades against the A3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-A7 | A3000 | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | August 2013 | Fresher by 74 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2760k | 230k | Clearer display (+2530k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Fujifilm X-A7
A3000 | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-A7 | A3000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 comes with outer dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus the A3000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and A3000 is 86 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and A3000.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A7 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A7 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-09-11 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,760k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash modes | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 320 gr (0.71 lb) | 411 gr (0.91 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 470 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $700 | $398 |