Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Released September 2019
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Introduced February 2021
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm X-A7 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the FX3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up versus the FX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony FX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Sony FX3
Fujifilm X-A7 | FX3 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2760k | 1440k | Clearer display (+1320k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Fujifilm X-A7
FX3 | Fujifilm X-A7 | |||
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Introduced | February 2021 | September 2019 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony FX3
Fujifilm X-A7 | FX3 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 enjoys outer dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 and the FX3.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and FX3 is 86 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and FX3.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer greater detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A7 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony FX3 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-09-11 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3.00 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 320g (0.71 pounds) | 716g (1.58 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 600 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Cost at release | $700 | $3,900 |