FujiFilm T300 vs Sony NEX-C3

Its time to examine more closely at the FujiFilm T300 vs Sony NEX-C3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very similar but the T300 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The T300 was revealed within a month of the NEX-C3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm T300 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the T300 scores against the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm T300 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm T300 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the T300 and the NEX-C3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and NEX-C3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the T300 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The T300 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-C3 will offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.