Canon SX30 IS vs Sony NEX-3

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony NEX-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX30 IS was launched 4 months later than the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX30 IS scores against the NEX-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS features outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has specifications of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony NEX-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX30 IS and the NEX-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and NEX-3 is 64 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and NEX-3.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The SX30 IS provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging.