Fujifilm X-A3 vs XF10: full comparison
The XF10 leads on more headline specs, but the X-A3 counters on 410-shot battery life.
Also searched as XA3 vs XF10, and in the other order as XF10 vs XA3.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm XF10 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-A and the XF10. The XF10 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2018. At launch the X-A3 was 599 USD and the XF10 499 USD, making the XF10 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-A3 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 410-shot battery life.
The XF10 isn't far behind. It hits back with face/eye-detection AF, 4K/15p video, and a lighter 279g body.
So which one? If you want 410-shot battery life, get the X-A3. If face/eye-detection AF is closer to what you actually need, the XF10 is the smarter buy. And the XF10 costs less — 499 USD at launch.
Where the X-A3 wins
- +410-shot battery life
Where the XF10 wins
- +face/eye-detection AF
- +4K/15p video
- +a lighter 279g body
Who should buy the X-A3 or XF10?
Buy the X-A3 if…
Pick the X-A3 if 410-shot battery life 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.
Buy the XF10 if…
Pick the XF10 if face/eye-detection AF, 4K/15p video matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 499 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward XF10 handling. Read the full XF10 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-A3 vs XF10: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-A3 review and XF10 review.
X-A3 vs XF10: full specs
| Spec | 2016 · $599 | 2018 · $499 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Launch price | 599 USD | 499 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor generation | Bayer | Bayer |
| Processor | EXR Processor II | Unnamed Bayer engine |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 91 |
| Subject detection | none | face-eye |
| Burst (fps) | 6 | 6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 60p | 4K 15p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| LCD | 3" flip touch | 3" fixed touch |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 339g | 279g |
| 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.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-A3 review and the Fujifilm XF10 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.