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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Sony Alpha a6600 front
Portability
77
Imaging
70
Features
96
Overall
80

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 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
  • Announced September 2017
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-E4
Sony A6600
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
  • Revealed August 2019
  • Renewed by Sony A6700
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Overview

Here is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A6600, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was revealed 24 months before the A6600 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up versus the A6600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony A6600

 Fujifilm X-E3 A6600 
Screen resolution1040k922kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 A6600 Fujifilm X-E3 
RevealedAugust 2019September 2017Fresher by 24 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A6600

 Fujifilm X-E3 A6600 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 enjoys physical measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony A6600 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A6600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the A6600.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and A6600 is 85 and 77 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and A6600.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm X-E3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography factors
Sony A6600 Portrait photography factors
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
saves RAW files
82
you can focus manually
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Street photography camera
Sony A6600 as a Street photography camera
72
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
comes with touch to focus
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
84
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
comes with touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography info
Sony A6600 Sports photography info
75
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
85
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery power (810 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography features
Sony A6600 Travel photography features
77
supports bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
84
better than average battery power (810 shots)
environment proof
supports bluetooth
comes with touch focus
MP count good (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A6600 as a Landscape photography camera
79
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
85
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (32,000)
exports RAW files
environment proof
better than average battery power (810 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E3
Vlogging with Sony A6600
37
touchscreen capability
has face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic jack
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
84
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have mic socket
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony A6600
 Fujifilm X-E3Sony Alpha a6600
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Sony Alpha a6600
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2017-09-07 2019-08-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor III Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 12800 32000
Highest boosted ISO 51200 102400
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 325 425
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.71x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shooting rate 14.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 lbs) 503g (1.11 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 82
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1497
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 810 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NP-FZ1000
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $700 $1,198