Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony a3500

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was unveiled 12 months prior to the a3500 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores vs the a3500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 & Sony Alpha a3500. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony a3500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the a3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and a3500 is 85 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and a3500.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony a3500 to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.