Fujifilm X-A1 vs X-A3
The X-A3 leads on more headline specs, but the X-A1 counters on a lighter 330 g body.
The short version
The Fujifilm X-A1 and Fujifilm X-A3 are both Fujifilm X-A bodies. The X-A3 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2016. Both launched at $599.
On paper the X-A1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you a lighter 330 g body.
The X-A3 isn't far behind. It hits back with 24.2 MP of resolution, 6 fps continuous shooting, and 1080p/60p video, with a couple more edges beyond that.
So which one? If you want a lighter 330 g body, get the X-A1. If 24.2 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X-A3 is the smarter buy.
Where the X-A1 wins
- +a lighter 330 g body
Where the X-A3 wins
- +24.2 MP of resolution
- +6 fps continuous shooting
- +1080p/60p video
- +410-shot battery life
X-A1 vs X-A3: full specs
| Spec | X-A1 2013 · $599 |  X-A32016 · $599 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Release year | 2013 | 2016 |
| Launch price | $599 | $599 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor generation | Bayer | Bayer |
| Processor | EXR Processor II | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 5.6 | 6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 30p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD | 3" tilt | 3" flip touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 330 g | 339 g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 410 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.