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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7

Portability
78
Imaging
71
Features
81
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-Pro3 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-7 front
Portability
84
Imaging
63
Features
71
Overall
66

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
  • Introduced October 2019
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony NEX-7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 400g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
  • Launched December 2011
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was brought out 7 years after the NEX-7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up against the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Sony NEX-7

 Fujifilm X-Pro3 NEX-7 
LaunchedOctober 2019December 2011Newer by 96 months
Screen resolution1620k921kCrisper screen (+699k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-7 over the Fujifilm X-Pro3

 NEX-7 Fujifilm X-Pro3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Sony NEX-7

 Fujifilm X-Pro3 NEX-7 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 has got exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-7 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Sony NEX-7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and the NEX-7.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NEX-7 is 78 and 84 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NEX-7.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-Pro3 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro3 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Portrait photography information
Sony NEX-7 Portrait photography information
82
manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
77
manual focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Street photography camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Street photography camera
78
has a tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes touch focus
environment proof
no image stabilization
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Sports photography camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Sports photography camera
79
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
max fps high (20.0 fps)
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
61
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
great battery life (430 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Travel photography camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Travel photography camera
77
environment proof
has bluetooth
includes touch focus
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
70
great battery life (430 CIPA)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Landscape photography info
Sony NEX-7 Landscape photography info
81
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
has dual storage slots
no image stabilization
72
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
great battery life (430 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Vlogging camera
36
screen is touchscreen
has face detection focus
great video quality (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone jack
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
35
offers face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Sony NEX-7
 Fujifilm X-Pro3Sony Alpha NEX-7
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-Pro3 Sony Alpha NEX-7
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2019-10-23 2011-12-13
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor X-Processor 4 Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 16000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 425 25
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 1,620k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 497g (1.10 lbs) 400g (0.88 lbs)
Physical dimensions 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 81
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1016
Other
Battery life - 430 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 or 5 images))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support) SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 2 Single
Launch price $2,000 $699