Fujifilm X-A3 vs X70
The X-A3 leads on more headline specs, but the X70 counters on 8 fps continuous shooting.
The short version
The Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X70 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-A and the X70. Both launched in 2016. At launch the X-A3 was $599 and the X70 $699, making the X-A3 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-A3 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 24.2 MP of resolution, 410-shot battery life, and a lighter 339 g body.
The X70 isn't far behind. It hits back with 8 fps continuous shooting.
So which one? If you want 24.2 MP of resolution, get the X-A3. If 8 fps continuous shooting is closer to what you actually need, the X70 is the smarter buy. And the X-A3 costs less — $599 at launch.
Where the X-A3 wins
- +24.2 MP of resolution
- +410-shot battery life
- +a lighter 339 g body
Where the X70 wins
- +8 fps continuous shooting
X-A3 vs X70: full specs
| Spec |  X-A32016 · $599 |  X702016 · $699 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Release year | 2016 | 2016 |
| Launch price | $599 | $699 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | Bayer | X-Trans II |
| 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) | 6 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 60p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD | 3" flip touch | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 339 g | 340 g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-95 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 410 shots | 330 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.