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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R front
Portability
78
Imaging
74
Features
76
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Introduced September 2017
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E4
Sony A7R
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Revealed February 2014
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R II
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony A7R, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and A7R (36MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was introduced 3 years later than the A7R and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 scores versus the A7R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony A7R

 Fujifilm X-E3 A7R 
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Fujifilm X-E3

 A7R Fujifilm X-E3 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1230k1040kClearer screen (+190k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A7R

 Fujifilm X-E3 A7R 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E3 features external measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony A7R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the A7R.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and A7R is 85 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and A7R.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R will render more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Portrait photography with Sony A7R
80
has manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detect focus
supports RAW formats
84
focusing manually
megapixel count great (36MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Street photography with Sony A7R
72
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
80
tilting screen
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
lighter than competition (465g)
above average high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography advice
Sony A7R Sports photography advice
75
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
62
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
megapixel count great (36MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
environment sealing
low fps (4.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (340 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography advice
Sony A7R Travel photography advice
77
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
resolution is good (24MP)
display is not selfie friendly
70
lighter than competition (465 grams)
environment sealing
megapixel count great (36 megapixels)
not so great battery (340 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography highlights
Sony A7R Landscape photography highlights
79
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3")
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
78
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
megapixel count great (36 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (340 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E3
Vlogging with Sony A7R
37
touchscreen enabled
features face detect focus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes mic support
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
36
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has microphone socket
lighter than competition (465 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A7R Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A7R
 Fujifilm X-E3Sony Alpha A7R
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Sony Alpha A7R
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2017-09-07 2014-02-13
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor III Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 36 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 7360 x 4912
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 325 25
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.71x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 14.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 grams (0.74 lbs) 465 grams (1.03 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 95
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.1
DXO Low light score not tested 2746
Other
Battery life 350 shots 340 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $700 $1,898