• APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Canon SL3 advantages over Fujifilm X-E4

  • Less expensive
    $699 vs $1049
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Good
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Fujifilm X-E4 advantages over Canon SL3

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    32 mm vs 69 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    4 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Higher-res screen
    540k vs 346k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.62x vs 0.54x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More AF points
    425 vs 9
    More AF points improve autofocus
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility

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Compared to Canon SL2

Canon SL3
Canon SL2
  • $624
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
Fujifilm X-E4
Canon SL2
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Canon T7

Canon SL3
Canon T7
  • $624
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $464
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
Fujifilm X-E4
Canon T7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $464
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Lens selection

Compared to Nikon D3500

Canon SL3
Nikon D3500
  • $624
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $623
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon D3500
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $623
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Lens selection

Compared to Fujifilm X-A7

Canon SL3
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $624
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-E4
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Internal flash

Compared to Sony ZV-E10

Canon SL3
Sony ZV-E10
  • $624
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Fujifilm X-E4
Sony ZV-E10
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $631
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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