Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
- Announced September 2018
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T2
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T4
(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
- Announced August 2013
- Updated by Sony a3500

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A3000, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and A3000 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T3 was introduced 5 years after the A3000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T3 scores against the A3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T3 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-T3 | A3000 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | ![]() | August 2013 | More modern by 62 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Fujifilm X-T3
A3000 | Fujifilm X-T3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A3000
Fujifilm X-T3 | A3000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T3 offers exterior dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 and the A3000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and A3000 is 71 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T3 and A3000.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T3 to render more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-09-06 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor 4 | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
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 | 20.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 | 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 539g (1.19 lb) | 411g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") | 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 | 390 shots | 470 shots |
Style 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 slots | 2 | One |
Cost at launch | $1,500 | $398 |