Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm X-A1

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-A1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 were released 2019 and Fujifilm X-A1 was released 2013. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-Pro3 2019
Fujifilm X-A1 2013

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-A1 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.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-Pro3 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-A1 75 mm
Fujifilm 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-Pro3 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-A1 has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-Pro3 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160
Fujifilm X-A1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264

Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a 62 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-A1. 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-Pro3 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A1. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A1 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-Pro3 160-12800
Fujifilm X-A1 200-6400

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-Pro3
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A1

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro3 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-A1 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-Pro3 11
Fujifilm X-A1 5,6

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-A1 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-Pro3 weighs 497 gr (equal to 1.1 lb) which is 51% heavier than Fujifilm X-A1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-Pro3 497 gr
1.1 lb
Fujifilm X-A1 330 gr
0.73 lb

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Fujifilm X-A1, 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-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Name Fujifilm X-Pro3 Fujifilm X-A1
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Release Year 2019 2013
Release Date 2019-10-23 2013-09-17
MSRP 1799 USD 599 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 4896 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 16 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 4 EXR Processor II
Image
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
ISO Range 160 - 12800 200 - 6400
White Balance Presets 0 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-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
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
Center
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
Focus Points 425 49
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-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1620000 920000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) No Viewfinder
Viewfinder Coverage 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 3690000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Frames per second 11 fps 5,6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 7 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
H.264
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
Yes
Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt
Remote Control Yes (wired, cable release or smartphone) Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-Pro3
Fujifilm X-A1
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Li-ion battery NP-W126S
NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 440 shots 350 shots
Width 141 mm 117 mm
Height 83 mm 67 mm
Depth 46 mm 39 mm
Weight 497 gram 330 gram