Fujifilm X-A10 vs Fujifilm X-E3 — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 16 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Fujifilm X-A10
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-E3
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm X-E3 and Fujifilm X-A10 are both mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensors and the Fujifilm X lens mount, so any X-mount lens fits either body directly. The X-E3 arrived in 2017, a year after the X-A10. The X-E3 measures 121 x 74 x 43 mm and weighs 337 g. The X-A10 is the smaller and lighter body at 117 x 67 x 40 mm and 331 g. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2017 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
December 1, 2016 | September 7, 2017 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 117 x 67 x 40 mm | 121 x 74 x 43 mm |
| Camera weight | 331 g | 337 g |
| Optics | 51/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe X-E3 is the stronger choice for capturing fine detail and fast-moving subjects. Its 24-megapixel sensor gives 50 percent more pixels than the X-A10's 16 megapixels, which means more room to crop a distant subject or print larger. Autofocus coverage also favours the X-E3, with 325 selectable points against 49, making it easier to place focus precisely on an off-centre face or bird. The X-E3 also shoots at 8 frames per second versus 6, and its 2,360,000-dot electronic viewfinder lets you frame shots and check settings at eye level. Both share a 1/4000-second maximum shutter, and neither offers in-body stabilisation, so sharp handheld work in dim light depends on the lens. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
16 MP050 | 24 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
4896 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
23.6 x 15.6 | 23.6 x 15.6 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 APS-C | APS-C |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
6 fps045 | 8 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | X-Processor Pro |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 3:2 | 3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
20030200 | 20030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
64003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 512003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
3044080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
490300 | 3250300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 70/100 | 69/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe X-E3 is the clear choice for video creators, because it records 4K footage while the X-A10 tops out at Full HD. The extra resolution gives you room to crop and reframe clips in editing without the result turning soft. Both cameras record motion at up to 60 frames per second, so smooth playback of everyday movement is available on either. The X-A10 offers a built-in interval timer for timelapse sequences, which the X-E3 does not. The X-E3 records in both MPEG-4 and MOV, giving editors more flexibility, while the X-A10 records only MOV. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Full HD |  4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
60 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | No |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-A10 is the better selfie and vlogging companion, because its screen flips up to face the subject while the X-E3's screen is fixed. It also carries a built-in flash for quick indoor fill light, whereas the X-E3 has no internal flash but supports an external flash unit for stronger, more directional lighting. Both offer a 3-inch touch screen with 1,040,000 dots for tapping to focus and reviewing shots. Both include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for transferring images to a phone, and neither offers GPS or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | No |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
No |  Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
10400001150001500000 | 10400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 24/100 | 21/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe X-A10 carries the higher battery rating, at 410 shots against 350 for the X-E3. Both use the same NP-W126S battery, so spares and chargers work with either body. Both take SD, SDHC and SDXC cards with UHS-I support, so one fast card serves either camera. Neither body offers dual card slots or USB charging. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-W126S | NP-W126S |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
410 shots1505000 | 350 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Fujifilm X-E3 if you photograph wildlife, sports, portraits or events. Its higher resolution, far wider autofocus coverage, faster burst rate, electronic viewfinder and 4K recording support serious stills and video work.
Choose the Fujifilm X-A10 for casual travel and everyday photos, self-framing with its flip-up screen, ready indoor fill flash, or long timelapse sequences. Weighing detail, autofocus coverage and 4K video against those conveniences, the X-E3 favours most photographers.