Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony a3500
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a3500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A3 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a3500 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-A3 were released 2016 and Sony a3500 was released 2014. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 2016 |
Sony a3500 | 2014 |
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 Sony a3500 has a "Sony 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 |
Sony a3500 | 75 mm Sony APS-C 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 Sony a3500 has 20 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 |
Sony a3500 |
20 MP
19816192 pixels 5456 x 3632 |
Fujifilm X-A3 has a 21 % larger resolution than Sony a3500. 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
Sony a3500 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A3. Sony a3500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 16000 while Fujifilm X-A3 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 200-6400 |
Sony a3500 | 100-16000 |
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 Sony a3500
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 Sony a3500 can shoot up to 3,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 6 |
Sony a3500 | 3,5 |
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 Sony a3500 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.
Sony a3500 weighs 411 gr (equal to 0.91 lb) which is 21% heavier than Fujifilm X-A3 and its 339 gr (or 0.75 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 339 gr 0.75 lb |
Sony a3500 | 411 gr 0.91 lb |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony a3500 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a3500, 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 |
Sony a3500 |
Name | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony a3500 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2016-08-25 | 2014-03-21 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 399 USD |
Buy it today | ||
Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
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 | 5456 x 3632 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 20 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 16000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Optical) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
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 Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 77 | 25 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E 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 |
Sony a3500 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 230400 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× (0.47× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 3,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
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) |
Yes (via optional RM-VPR1)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a3500 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
|
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and USB charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 480 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 128 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 91 mm |
Depth | 40 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 339 gram | 411 gram |