Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Released September 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E4
(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
- Launched March 2014
- Old Model is Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 3 years after the a3500 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up against the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-E3 | a3500 | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | March 2014 | More modern by 43 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Fujifilm X-E3
a3500 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a3500
Fujifilm X-E3 | a3500 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a3500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the a3500.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and a3500 is 85 and 69 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and a3500.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-E3 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-09-07 | 2014-03-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor III | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 411g (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 470 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $700 | $398 |