Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony A3000

Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was manufactured about the same time to the A3000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the A3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony Alpha A3000. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Sony A3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the A3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and A3000 is 87 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and A3000.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony A3000 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.