• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800
  • 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Fujifilm X-E3 advantages over Panasonic S5 IIX

  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 81 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    337g vs 714g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Panasonic S5 IIX advantages over Fujifilm X-E3

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 3.93 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Newer
    18 months vs 7 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • 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
  • 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

  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

  • Stylish, compact body; Great image quality; Very good overall performance; Touchscreen LCD; 4K UHD video recording.

  • Small EVF; Fixed display; Unreliable continuous autofocus.

  • Read our Fujifilm X-E3 Express Review

The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS M3

Fujifilm X-E3
Canon EOS M3
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC

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Panasonic S5 IIX
Canon EOS M3
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • NFC
  • On-sensor phase detect

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Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-E3
Sony A6500
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony A6500

Panasonic S5 IIX
Sony A6500
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • NFC

Compare Panasonic S5 IIX vs Sony A6500

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Fujifilm X-E3
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Internal flash

Compare Fujifilm X-E3 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Panasonic S5 IIX
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Panasonic S5 IIX vs Fujifilm X-T30

Compared to Canon R6 Mark II

Fujifilm X-E3
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2430
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-E3 vs Canon R6 Mark II

Panasonic S5 IIX
Canon R6 Mark II
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
  • $2430
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Panasonic S5 IIX vs Canon R6 Mark II

Compared to Panasonic S5 II

Fujifilm X-E3
Panasonic S5 II
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Fujifilm X-E3 vs Panasonic S5 II

Panasonic S5 IIX
Panasonic S5 II
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • $2000
  • 35mm

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