Fujifilm X-A3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-Pro2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

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-Pro2 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.

** 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-A3 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A3. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A3 has 200 to 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-Pro2

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-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

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-Pro2 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-Pro2 weighs 495 gr (equal to 1.09 lb) which is 46% heavier than Fujifilm X-A3 and its 339 gr (or 0.75 lb).

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-Pro2, 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-Pro2
Name	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Release Year	2016	2016
Release Date	2016-08-25	2016-01-15
MSRP	599 USD	1699 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
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	6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	24 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II	X Processor Pro
Image	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
ISO Range	200 - 6400	200 - 12800
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-Pro2
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	77	273
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-Pro2
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	1620000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	No Viewfinder	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder Coverage		92%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	0	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Frames per second	6 fps	8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/8000 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	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 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-Pro2
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	No	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
Remote Control	Yes (wired or via smartphone)	Yes (Wired or via smartphone)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-A3	Fujifilm X-Pro2
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger	NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	410 shots	350 shots
Width	117 mm	141 mm
Height	67 mm	83 mm
Depth	40 mm	56 mm
Weight	339 gram	495 gram