Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was released 7 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R scores vs the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has physical measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") having a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs the NEX-C3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and NEX-C3 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50R will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.