Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3
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![Fujifilm GFX 50R front Fujifilm GFX 50R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-GFX-50R/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Introduced September 2018
(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
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
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.
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm GFX 50R | NEX-C3 | |||
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Introduced | September 2018 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 87 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+1440k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
NEX-C3 | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm GFX 50R | NEX-C3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and NEX-C3 is 59 and 91 respectively.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-GFX-50R-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50R | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-09-25 | 2011-08-22 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X Processor Pro | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm G | Sony E |
Total lenses | 12 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,360k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 360s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 775 grams (1.71 lb) | 225 grams (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 400 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-T125 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at release | $4,499 | $343 |