Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a7R III
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a7R III. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-E3 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Sony a7R III is from Sony. Both Fujifilm and Sony are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2017.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-E3 | 2017 |
Sony a7R III | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Sony a7R III 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-E3 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a7R III | 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-E3 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a7R III has 42 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a7R III |
42 MP
42177408 pixels 7952 x 5304 |
Sony a7R III has a 76 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-E3. 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 a7R III has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E3. Sony a7R III has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Fujifilm X-E3 has 200 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-E3 | 200-12800 |
Sony a7R III | 100-32000 |
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-E3
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a7R III
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E3 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Sony a7R III can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-E3 | 8 |
Sony a7R III | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a7R III 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 a7R III weighs 657 gr (equal to 1.45 lb) which is 95% heavier than Fujifilm X-E3 and its 337 gr (or 0.74 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-E3 | 337 gr 0.74 lb |
Sony a7R III | 657 gr 1.45 lb |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony a7R III Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony a7R III, 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-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Name | Fujifilm X-E3 | Sony a7R III |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Release Year | 2017 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2017-09-07 | 2017-10-25 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 3199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
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 | 7952 x 5304 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 42 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor Pro | Bionz X |
Image |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 10 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift 5-axis) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
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) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 325 | 399 |
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-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1440000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.78x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth LE) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Supported (but no further information) | Yes (wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-E3 |
Sony a7R III |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 650 shots |
Width | 121 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Depth | 43 mm | 74 mm |
Weight | 337 gram | 657 gram |