Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony NEX-3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-A7 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony NEX-3 is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A7 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony NEX-3 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.

** 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-A7 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony NEX-3 has 14 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-A7 has a 71 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-3. 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

Fujifilm X-A7 has a larger ISO-range than Sony NEX-3. Fujifilm X-A7 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Sony NEX-3 has 200 to 12800.

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-A7
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-3

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A7 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-3 can shoot up to 7 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-A7 and Sony NEX-3 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-A7 weighs 320 gr (equal to 0.71 lb) which is 8% heavier than Sony NEX-3 and its 297 gr (or 0.65 lb).

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony NEX-3, 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-A7	Sony NEX-3
Name	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Sony
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Release Year	2019	2010
Release Date	2019-09-12	2010-05-11
MSRP	699 USD	599 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
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	4592 x 3056 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	14 MP
Image Processor		Bionz
Image	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
ISO Range	100 - 12800	200 - 12800
White Balance Presets	7	6
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-A7	Sony NEX-3
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView
Focus Points	425	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-A7	Sony NEX-3
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Tilting
Screen size	3.5”	3”
Screen dots	2760000	920000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	No Viewfinder	No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage
Viewfinder Magnification
Viewfinder Resolution	0	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Frames per second	6 fps	7 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	4 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160	1280 x 720
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)	Yes Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone)	No
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-A7	Sony NEX-3
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger	Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	270 shots	330 shots
Width	119 mm	117 mm
Height	38 mm	62 mm
Depth	41 mm	33 mm
Weight	320 gram	297 gram