Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony a7C II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a7C II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A3 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7C II is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-A3 were released 2016 and Sony a7C II was released 2023. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 2016 |
Sony a7C II | 2023 |
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 a7C II has a "Sony Full Frame"-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 a7C II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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 a7C II has 33 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 a7C II |
33 MP
32741376 pixels 7008 x 4672 |
Sony a7C II has a 36 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-A3. 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 a7C II has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A3. Sony a7C II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-A3 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 200-6400 |
Sony a7C II | 100-51200 |
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 a7C II
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 a7C II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 6 |
Sony a7C II | 10 |
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 a7C II 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 a7C II weighs 514 gr (equal to 1.13 lb) which is 52% heavier than Fujifilm X-A3 and its 339 gr (or 0.75 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-A3 | 339 gr 0.75 lb |
Sony a7C II | 514 gr 1.13 lb |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Sony a7C II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A3 and Sony a7C II, 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 a7C II |
Name | Fujifilm X-A3 | Sony a7C II |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Release Year | 2016 | 2023 |
Release Date | 2016-08-25 | 2023-08-29 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 2199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 7008 x 4672 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 33 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | BIONZ R |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 7 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
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 Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 77 | 7559 |
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 |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1036800 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 2359296 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 10 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (wired or via smartphone) | Yes (wireless or smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A3 |
Sony a7C II |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 540 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 71 mm |
Depth | 40 mm | 63 mm |
Weight | 339 gram | 514 gram |