Fujifilm X-T2 vs Canon EOS Rebel T3
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS Rebel T3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-T2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS Rebel T3 is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-T2 were released 2016 and Canon EOS Rebel T3 was released 2011. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm X-T2 | 2016 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 2011 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-T2 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel T3 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T3 has a "Canon 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-T2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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-T2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T3 has 12,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm X-T2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
12,2 MP
12166656 pixels 4272 x 2848 |
Fujifilm X-T2 has a 97 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T3. 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-T2 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Rebel T3. Fujifilm X-T2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Canon EOS Rebel T3 has 100 to 6400.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm X-T2 | 200-12800 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 100-6400 |
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-T2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T3
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T3 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm X-T2 | 14 |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS Rebel T3 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-T2 weighs 507 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 2% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T3 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm X-T2 | 507 gr 1.12 lb |
| Canon EOS Rebel T3 | 495 gr 1.09 lb |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Canon EOS Rebel T3 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T2 and Canon EOS Rebel T3, 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-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Name | Fujifilm X-T2 | Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Release Date | 2016-07-07 | 2011-02-07 |
| MSRP | 1599 USD | 499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 4272 x 2848 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 12,2 MP |
| Image Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | DIGIC 4 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 6400 |
| 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-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 325 | 9 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3” | 2.7” |
| Screen dots | 1040000 | 230000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | N/A | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Frames per second | 14 fps | 3 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 9 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Video recording | Yes | Yes |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Motion JPEG H.264 |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
| Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) | Yes (E3 connector) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-T2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 shots | 700 shots |
| Width | 133 mm | 130 mm |
| Height | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Depth | 49 mm | 78 mm |
| Weight | 507 gram | 495 gram |