Fujifilm X-A3 vs Fujifilm X-E3 — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · Full HD video
Fujifilm X-A3
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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-A3 and Fujifilm X-E3 are both Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras, so any Fujifilm X lens you already own fits either body. The X-A3 arrived in 2016 and the X-E3 followed in 2017. They are close in size: the X-A3 measures 117 x 67 x 40 mm and weighs 339 g, while the X-E3 is slightly larger at 121 x 74 x 43 mm and marginally lighter at 337 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. |
August 25, 2016 | September 7, 2017 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 117 x 67 x 40 mm | 121 x 74 x 43 mm |
| Camera weight | 339 g | 337 g |
| Optics | 63/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe X-E3 is the stronger choice for photographing moving subjects, with 325 autofocus points against 77 and an 8 fps burst against 6 fps on the X-A3. That means far more focusing positions to choose from, and the faster burst captures a tighter sequence of a runner or a bird in flight. Resolution is a similarity: both deliver 24 megapixels from APS-C CMOS sensors and share the 1/4000 second shutter cap. For eye-level shooting the X-E3 is the only option here: it has a 2,360,000-dot electronic viewfinder, while the X-A3 has no viewfinder and relies on its rear screen. The X-E3 also reaches native ISO 12800 against 6400, with expanded settings stretching to 51200 ISO versus 25600 ISO. Neither body has in-body stabilisation, so handheld steadiness depends on the lens. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
24 MP050 | 24 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
6000 x 4000 | 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. |
15.7 x 23.5 | 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. |
EXR Processor II | 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. |
770300 | 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 | 56/100 | 69/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe X-E3 is the camera to choose if 4K footage matters, recording up to 4K where the X-A3 tops out at Full HD. That extra resolution gives editors more room to crop and reframe a clip. The X-A3's Full HD remains adequate for casual family clips and web video, and both cap the frame rate at 60 fps and record in MPEG-4 and MOV, so file handling stays consistent. | ||
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. |
✗ | ✗ |
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. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 57/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-A3 is the better pick for selfies and arm's-length video, because its screen flips while the X-E3's screen is fixed, and it carries a built-in flash for fill light indoors. The rear displays are otherwise a match: both are 3-inch, 1,040,000-dot touchscreens with live view. Connectivity favours the X-E3, which adds Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi, while the X-A3 offers Wi-Fi only. Neither camera has GPS or weather sealing, and both accept an external flash. | ||
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. |
 Yes | 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 | 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. |
No |  Yes |
| Storage & battery | 24/100 | 21/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe X-A3 holds the rated endurance advantage, at 410 shots against 350 shots for the X-E3, with both running the same NP-W126S battery. The X-E3's card slot adds UHS-I compatibility, which supports faster SD card transfers, and both cameras use a single SD slot rather than two. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | 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 moving subjects, prefer eye-level framing, or record video: its electronic viewfinder, 325 AF points, 8 fps burst and 4K recording serve all of those situations. Bluetooth and UHS-I card support round out a phone-connected workflow.
The Fujifilm X-A3 is the better pick if you regularly shoot selfies or vlog at arm's length, want a built-in flash for indoor fill, or value the higher 410-shot battery rating. Both share the Fujifilm X mount and 24 MP resolution, so your lenses and pixel count carry over either way.