Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III 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
- Released September 2018
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T2
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Previous Model is Sony A7 II
- New Model is Sony A7 IV
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X-T3 was launched 7 months after the A7 III so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-T3 grades vs the A7 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T3 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T3 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T3 | A7 III | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | February 2018 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Fujifilm X-T3
A7 III | Fujifilm X-T3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Sony A7 III
Fujifilm X-T3 | A7 III | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T3 offers outside dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") and a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 compared to the A7 III.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7 III is 71 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T3 and A7 III.
As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm X-T3 will render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T3 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-09-06 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 539g (1.19 lbs) | 650g (1.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 pictures | 610 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Cost at release | $1,500 | $1,998 |