Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T20 — Which Is Better?
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-E3
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Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 24 MP · APS-C · 4K video
Fujifilm X-T20
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Fujifilm X-E3 and the Fujifilm X-T20 are both 2017 mirrorless cameras built around Fujifilm's X lens mount, so your lens collection moves between them freely. The useful split is portability: the X-E3 weighs 337 g against 383 g for the X-T20, a 46 g saving for a camera you carry all day. Their dimensions differ slightly, at 121 x 74 x 43 mm for the X-E3 and 118 x 83 x 41 mm for the X-T20, but neither is a large body. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2017 | 2017 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
September 7, 2017 | March 1, 2017 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 121 x 74 x 43 mm | 118 x 83 x 41 mm |
| Camera weight | 337 g | 383 g |
| Optics | 64/100 | 65/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe shared 24 MP APS-C CMOS sensor means prints and heavy crops get the same pixel count from either camera. Action work is equally served, with 8 fps continuous shooting and 325 autofocus points on both bodies for tracking a moving subject. Neither offers in-body stabilisation, so steady handheld results in dim light depend on the lens instead. | ||
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. |
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. |
8 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. |
X-Processor Pro | 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. |
128003003280000 | 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. |
512003003280000 | 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. |
3250300 | 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. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 236000009900000 | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 69/100 | 83/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe X-T20 is the easier camera for interval work, because it offers built-in timelapse while the X-E3 needs an external intervalometer to record a sunset or a construction sequence. Their recording limits otherwise match, with a maximum video resolution of 4K and a maximum frame rate of 60 fps on both. That combination lets you capture fast action, such as a football match, at full speed and slow it down in editing. | ||
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. |
 4K | 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. |
3840 x 2160 | 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. |
No |  Yes |
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 | H. 264 |
| Features | 70/100 | 70/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe X-T20 is the better choice for flexible shooting positions, because it has a tilting rear screen while the X-E3's screen is fixed. That tilt lets you frame a low flower bed or a raised overhead view without guessing at the composition. The X-T20 also has a built-in flash for quick fill light on indoor portraits, where the X-E3 needs an external unit. GPS in the X-T20 can tag travel and landscape photos with location data, which the X-E3 cannot do. Both cameras offer a 3-inch touchscreen with 1.04 million dots, which is handy for reviewing shots and tapping to set focus. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on both send images straight to a phone, and neither body has 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. |
No |  Yes |
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. |
No |  Yes |
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. |
No |  Yes |
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 | 21/100 | 21/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryCard support favours the X-T20 for fast shooting, since it accepts UHS-II SD cards while the X-E3 is limited to UHS-I, so a fast card can clear the buffer more quickly after a burst. Both have a single card slot, and neither charges over USB, so a spare battery belongs in the bag. Battery life is rated at 350 shots for each, so the rated endurance gives neither camera the edge. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II 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. |
350 shots1505000 | 350 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The X-T20 is the more versatile pick for most photographers. Its tilting screen handles low and overhead angles, and the built-in flash covers quick fill light at an indoor party. GPS tags travel photos, while UHS-II card support and built-in timelapse add speed and convenience.
Choose the X-E3 when a smaller, lighter body matters most: at 337 g it is the easier camera to slip into a jacket pocket for everyday carry. Because the sensor, autofocus and video limits match, the practical choice comes down to these handling and convenience features rather than the imaging specifications.