Fujifilm X-A3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-Pro1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-A3 were released 2016 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 was released 2012. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A3 2016
Fujifilm X-Pro1 2012

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-A3 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-Pro1 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm X-A3 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-A3 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Fujifilm X-Pro1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264

Fujifilm X-A3 has a 50 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro1. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A3 200-6400
Fujifilm X-Pro1 200-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A3
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-Pro1

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A3 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A3 6
Fujifilm X-Pro1 6

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 weighs 450 gr (equal to 0.99 lb) which is 33% heavier than Fujifilm X-A3 and its 339 gr (or 0.75 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A3 339 gr
0.75 lb
Fujifilm X-Pro1 450 gr
0.99 lb

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-Pro1, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Name Fujifilm X-A3 Fujifilm X-Pro1
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Release Year 2016 2012
Release Date 2016-08-25 2012-01-09
MSRP 599 USD N/A
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 16 MP
Image Processor EXR Processor II EXR Pro
Image
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
ISO Range 200 - 6400 200 - 6400
White Balance Presets 7 7
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Focus Points 77 N/A
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Articulated LCD Tilting Fixed
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 1230000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT color LCD monitor
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Frames per second 6 fps 6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
No
Remote Control Yes (wired or via smartphone) No
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A3
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 410 shots 300 shots
Width 117 mm 140 mm
Height 67 mm 82 mm
Depth 40 mm 43 mm
Weight 339 gram 450 gram