Fujifilm X-E2S vs X-A3: full comparison
The X-A3 leads on more headline specs, but the X-E2S counters on 7 fps continuous shooting and a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder.
Also searched as XE2S vs XA3, and in the other order as XA3 vs XE2S.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-E2S and Fujifilm X-A3 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-E and the X-A. Both launched in 2016. At launch the X-E2S was 699 USD and the X-A3 599 USD, making the X-A3 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-E2S is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 7 fps continuous shooting and a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder.
The X-A3 isn't far behind. It hits back with 24.2 MP of resolution, 410-shot battery life, and a lighter 339g body.
So which one? If you want 7 fps continuous shooting, get the X-E2S. If 24.2 MP of resolution is closer to what you actually need, the X-A3 is the smarter buy. And the X-A3 costs less — 599 USD at launch.
Where the X-E2S wins
- +7 fps continuous shooting
- +a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder
Where the X-A3 wins
- +24.2 MP of resolution
- +410-shot battery life
- +a lighter 339g body
Who should buy the X-E2S or X-A3?
Buy the X-E2S if…
Pick the X-E2S if 7 fps continuous shooting, a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-E handling. Read the full X-E2S review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-A3 if…
Pick the X-A3 if 24.2 MP of resolution, 410-shot battery life matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 599 USD. 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-E2S vs X-A3: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-E2S review and X-A3 review.
X-E2S vs X-A3: full specs
| Spec |  X-E2S2016 · $699 |  X-A32016 · $599 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2016 | 2016 |
| Launch price | 699 USD | 599 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans II | 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) | 7 | 6 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 60p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | None |
| LCD | 3" fixed | 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) | 350 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-E2S 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.