Fujifilm X-A2 vs X-A3: full comparison
The X-A3 leads on more headline specs, but the X-A2 counters on price and size.
Also searched as XA2 vs XA3, and in the other order as XA3 vs XA2.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-A2 and Fujifilm X-A3 are both Fujifilm X-A bodies. The X-A3 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2016. At launch the X-A2 was 549 USD and the X-A3 599 USD, making the X-A2 the more affordable of the two.
The X-A2 doesn't win any of the headline spec categories outright. Its case is price, size, and how it feels in your hand, not the numbers.
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 the more capable all-rounder, get the X-A2. If 24.2 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X-A3 is the smarter buy. And the X-A2 costs less — 549 USD at launch.
Where the X-A2 wins
No clear wins on the headline specs — its case is price, size, or feel.
Where the X-A3 wins
- +24.2 MP of resolution
- +6 fps continuous shooting
- +1080p/60p video
- +a lighter 339g body
Who should buy the X-A2 or X-A3?
Buy the X-A2 if…
If you already shoot Fuji and just want the cheaper available body, the X-A2 is the practical pick. It also launched cheaper at 549 USD. Read the full X-A2 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-A3 if…
Pick the X-A3 if 24.2 MP of resolution, 6 fps continuous shooting matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-A handling. Read the full X-A3 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-A2 vs X-A3: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-A2 review and X-A3 review.
X-A2 vs X-A3: full specs
| Spec |  X-A22015 · $549 |  X-A32016 · $599 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Launch price | 549 USD | 599 USD |
| 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" flip | 3" flip touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 350g | 339g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 410 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-A2 review and the Fujifilm X-A3 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.