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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000

Portability
61
Imaging
69
Features
85
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-H1 front
 
Sony Alpha A3000 front
Portability
69
Imaging
63
Features
54
Overall
59

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
  • Introduced February 2018
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-H2
Sony A3000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
  • Introduced August 2013
  • New Model is Sony a3500
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Sony A3000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was manufactured 4 years after the A3000 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores versus the A3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Sony A3000

 Fujifilm X-H1 A3000 
IntroducedFebruary 2018August 2013More modern by 55 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Fujifilm X-H1

 A3000 Fujifilm X-H1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A3000

 Fujifilm X-H1 A3000 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 has got exterior measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Sony A3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 compared to the A3000.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and A3000 is 61 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and A3000.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-H1 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-H1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Portrait photography details
Sony A3000 Portrait photography details
81
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
77
has manual focus
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Street photography advice
Sony A3000 Street photography advice
77
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
offers focus by touch
weather sealing
57
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (411 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Sports photography features
Sony A3000 Sports photography features
78
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
weather sealing
sensor has phase detect AF
not so great battery (310 per charge)
60
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
great battery (470 shots)
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Travel photography with Sony A3000
64
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
megapixel count good (24MP)
not so great battery (310 per charge)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
60
great battery (470 per charge)
decent megapixels (20MP)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (411g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Landscape photography with Sony A3000
79
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
2 card slots
not so great battery (310 per charge)
70
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3")
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
great battery (470 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Vlogging features
Sony A3000 Vlogging features
35
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection focusing
high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic support
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
26
offers face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing microphone jack
more heavy than competitors in class (411 grams)
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Sony A3000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H1 and Sony A3000
 Fujifilm X-H1Sony Alpha A3000
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-H1 Sony Alpha A3000
Class Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-02-14 2013-08-27
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro BIONZ image
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 5456 x 3632
Max native ISO 12800 16000
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 325 25
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.47x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100)
Flash modes Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync.
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD, H.264, MP4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 673 grams (1.48 pounds) 411 grams (0.91 pounds)
Dimensions 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 78
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 1068
Other
Battery life 310 photographs 470 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) -
Storage slots Two One
Launch price $1,300 $398