FujiFilm S1800 vs Sony NEX-3N

Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S1800 vs Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the S1800 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The S1800 was released 4 years earlier than the NEX-3N which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S1800 grades against the NEX-3N when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1800 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S1800 and the NEX-3N.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and NEX-3N is 78 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and NEX-3N.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1800 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony NEX-3N will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.