Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
- Released May 2011
- Replacement is Fujifilm X100S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X100 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm X100 was announced 3 months prior to the NEX-C3 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X100 scores vs the NEX-C3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm X100 | NEX-C3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X100
NEX-C3 | Fujifilm X100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm X100 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | August 2011 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100 enjoys outside measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X100 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X100 against the NEX-C3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and NEX-C3 is 80 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100 and NEX-C3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony NEX-C3 to provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X100 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-05-16 | 2011-08-22 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
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 autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 225g (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 73 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1001 | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 400 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-95 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,800 | $343 |