Fujifilm X-Pro3vs A6700vs Sony FX30
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
From £1599
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
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Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- You shoot street or documentary photography and value a minimal shooting workflow
- You want a rangefinder experience with modern digital image quality
- You love Fujifilm film simulations and prioritise stills over video
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
Sony FX30 (2022)
- You're a filmmaker or video producer who wants Sony cinema colour in a compact, affordable body
- You want 4K/120fps slow motion without the cost of an FX3 or FX6
- You shoot documentary, corporate video, or YouTube content at a professional standard
Quick take: The fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the a6700 is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-pro3, sony fx30 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | A6700 (2023) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £999 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 26.0MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 493g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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