Canon M3 vs Sony NEX-C3

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon M3 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M3 was introduced 3 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M3 matches up against the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon M3 provides outer dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Canon M3 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M3 and the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and NEX-C3 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon M3 to give extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer M3 will have a benefit in sensor technology.