X-E3vs Nikon Zfc
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Nikon Zfc (2021)
Starting from £799 new
Best for Lifestyle, street & casual shooters
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- Photographers who want APS-C Z quality in a retro film-camera aesthetic
- Beginners and enthusiasts attracted to tactile dial controls
- Street and travel photographers who want a compact, stylish Z body
- Anyone who wants the Nikon Z system entry point with a distinctive look
Quick take: The x-e3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-e3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | Nikon Zfc (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £799 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 445g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single UHS-I SD |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | Nikon Zfc |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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