Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched February 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Later Model is Sony a5000
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Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony NEX-3N, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z550 was revealed 4 years prior to the NEX-3N and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the NEX-3N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony NEX-3N
| EX-Z550 | NEX-3N |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Casio EX-Z550
| NEX-3N | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2013 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony NEX-3N
| EX-Z550 | NEX-3N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony NEX-3N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 against the NEX-3N.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and NEX-3N is 95 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and NEX-3N.
All in all, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z550 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-3N will show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Sony |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
| Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2013-02-25 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1067 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 480 photos |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $149 | $399 |