Fujifilm X-A3 arrives with new sensor and touchscreen in tow

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Unlike other X-series cameras, its 24MP sensor uses a traditional Bayer color filter, rather than X-Trans. The standard ISO range is 200-6400, which can expand to 100-25,600 if needed.

The autofocus system offers 49 points in single AF mode and 77 points in the wide/tracking modes, but it lacks on-sensor phase detection like more expensive Fujifilm cameras. Also added is the ability to link metering and AF areas.

The camera has a 3" LCD that flips upward by 180 degrees, and selfies can be taken using the command dial on the back of the camera, which gives you a firmer grip on the camera. The LCD is touch-enabled and includes the usual bells-and-whistles that come along with it, plus a new 'touch zoom' feature.

The X-A3 has many of Fujifilm's Film Simulation modes, including Pro Neg. Hi, Pro Neg. Std, and Classic Chrome, but lacks the new ACROS mode found on its higher-end models. Full HD video is supported at 60p and 24p. Wi-Fi is also built-in.

The X-A3 will come bundled with the XC 16-50mm F3. 5-5. 6 OIS II lens in you choice of three colors: silver, brown or pink. It will be available in October at a price of $599.

Press Release:

FUJIFILM BRINGS EASY SELFIES AND ENDLESS FUN WITH THE NEW X-A3 MIRRORLESS CAMERA

X-A3 gives users excellent image quality, easy controls, and numerous film simulations to make unique pictures

Valhalla, N. Y. , August 25, 2016 – As a leader in advanced digital camera technology and outstanding image quality, FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the new FUJIFILM X-A3, a compact mirrorless camera with a large, 180 degree tilting touch LCD, eleven film simulations and ten advanced filters, all in a retro, classic design.

The X-A3 features a newly-developed 24. 2MP APS-C sensor that produces crisp images in a wide range of shooting conditions, and excels in naturally reproducing skin tones, textures and colors.

Updated Design with Enhanced Textures and Touchscreen

The FUJIFILM X-A3 features a retro design that will appeal to a younger generation and gives a fresh impression of sophisticated photography. The top cover, front plate and top dials are made of aluminum. The newly-developed faux leather has significantly enhanced the overall texture. The LCD on the rear uses a touchscreen that offers “Touch AF,” “Touch Shoot” and “Touch Zoom,” for easy pinch-out finger gestures to zoom in and out.

Selfies First

The FUJIFILM X-A3 grip is designed to accommodate normal shooting and self-portraits effortlessly. The X-A3 has an ergonomic design that is based on real-world feedback from hundreds of casual photographers. The rear LCD employs a slide-and-tilt mechanism so that it is not blocked by the camera body when tilted 180 degrees to maintain 100% visibility. Users will be able to view the entire screen for precise selfie composition.

When taking a selfie, users can focus and release the shutter by pressing the vertical command dial, found directly below your index finger that also minimizes camera shake. The new Self Timer function now offers Smile Detection, Buddy Timer and Group Timer modes. Even without having to press the command dial or release button, the shutter is released when subjects smile, when two people come close together, or when a specified number of people come into the frame. The X-A3 also automatically activates Eye Detection AF when the rear LCD is titled upwards, and the Portrait Enhancer mode now offers three-step adjustments, using touchscreen operations. The addition of the skin-tone brightening function takes your portrait photography to a new level.

Get Creative with the X-A3

The X-A3 offers a total of eleven Film Simulation modes. Enjoy Fujifilm’s original expressions of tonality, such as the true-to-life colors of PROVIA (standard), the vibrant tones and saturated colors of Velvia (vivid), the soft tones of ASTIA (soft) or the documentary-style tones of CLASSIC CHROME. Monochrome and Sepia modes are also available.

The normal sensitivity range covers ISO200 to ISO6400, while extended sensitivity settings of ISO12800 and even ISO25600 can be selected when you want to minimize camera shake. The X-A3 produces clear images with astonishingly low noise, even on low-light nightscapes and indoor shots where high ISOs are essential. And with the Advanced Filters, users can easily produce unique and creative effects. A total of ten Advanced Filters are available, including the new “Fisheye “and Cross Screen “as well as Toy Camera, Miniature, Dynamic Tone, Pop Color, Soft Focus, High Key, Low Key and Partial Color.

FUJIFILM X-A3 Key Features:

24. 2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor

EXR Processor II

Start-up time of 0. 5 seconds

AF speed of 0. 3 seconds

Shutter lag time of 0. 05 seconds

Shooting interval time of 0. 4 seconds

NEW - 49-point focus areas for AF in the Single Point mode

Zone and Wide / Tracking modes with 77-point focus areas

New functions -“Release Priority / Focus Priority” and “AF+MF”

3” (920K dot) high resolution touch LCD screen that can be tilted to 180°

Class-leading macro photography distance of approximately 2. 75”

Full range of ISO200 – ISO25600

In-camera RAW processing

NEW - “PRO Neg. Hi” and “PRO Neg. Std. ”and other film simulation modes

NEW - Panorama and Time Lapse functions.

NEW - Interlocking of Metering and AF areas, support for the Adobe RGB color space, and choice of different colors in Focus Peaking for assisting MF. Full HD recording (1080/60p, 50p, 24p)

Wi-Fi® image transfer and remote camera operation

Photos can be sent to the INSTAX Share Printer using the free INSTAX Share App (iOS and Android) SHARE Smartphone Printer

Availability and Pricing

The new FUJIFILM X-A3 Kit (with XC16-50mmF3. 5-5. 6 OIS II) will be available in October 2016 in the U. S. for USD $599. 95. It will be available in Silver, Brown, and Pink.

Fujifilm X-A3 specifications

PriceMSRP$599 (with 16-50mm lens)Body typeBody typeRangefinder-style mirrorlessSensorMax resolution6000 x 4000Image ratio w:h1:1, 3:2, 16:9Effective pixels24 megapixelsSensor sizeAPS-C (23. 5 x 15. 7 mm)Sensor typeCMOSColor spacesRGB, Adobe RGBColor filter arrayPrimary color filterImageISOAuto, 200-6400 (expandable to 100-25600)Boosted ISO (minimum)100Boosted ISO (maximum)25600White balance presets7Custom white balanceYesImage stabilizationNoUncompressed formatRAWJPEG quality levelsFine, NormalFile format

JPEG (Exif Ver 2. 3)RAW (Fujifilm RAF format)

Optics & FocusAutofocus

Contrast Detect (sensor)Multi-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousTouchFace DetectionLive View

Autofocus assist lampYesManual focusYesNumber of focus points77Lens mountFujifilm XFocal length multiplier1. 5×Screen / viewfinderArticulated LCDTiltingScreen size3″Screen dots1,040,000Touch screenYesScreen typeTFT LCDLive viewYesViewfinder typeNonePhotography featuresMinimum shutter speed30 secMaximum shutter speed1/4000 secMaximum shutter speed (electronic)1/32000 secExposure modes

Program AEShutter PriorityAperture PriorityManual

Built-in flashYesFlash range7. 00 m (at ISO 200)External flashYesFlash modesAuto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commanderFlash X sync speed1/180 secDrive modes

SingleContinuousSelf-timer

Continuous drive6. 0 fpsSelf-timerYes (2 or 10 secs)Metering modes

MultiAverageSpot

Exposure compensation±3 (at 1/3 EV steps)AE Bracketing±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)WB BracketingYesVideography featuresResolutions1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p)FormatMPEG-4, H. 264MicrophoneStereoSpeakerMonoStorageStorage typesSD/SDHC/SDXC cardConnectivityUSB

USB 2. 0 (480 Mbit/sec)HDMIYes (mini-HDMI)Microphone portNoHeadphone portNoWirelessBuilt-InWireless notes802. 11b/g/nRemote controlYes (Wired or via smartphone)PhysicalEnvironmentally sealedNoBatteryBattery PackBattery descriptionNP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB chargerBattery Life (CIPA)410Weight (inc. batteries)339 g (0. 75 lb / 11. 96 oz)Dimensions117 x 67 x 40 mm (4. 61 x 2. 64 x 1. 57″)Other featuresOrientation sensorYesGPSNone.

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2016-8-25 08:00