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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-3N front
Portability
89
Imaging
58
Features
52
Overall
55

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Released November 2013
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A2
Sony NEX-3N
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
  • Launched February 2013
  • Earlier Model is Sony NEX-F3
  • Renewed by Sony a5000
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 10 months later than the NEX-3N which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony NEX-3N

 Fujifilm X-A1 NEX-3N 
LaunchedNovember 2013February 2013More recent by 10 months
Display resolution920k460kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Fujifilm X-A1

 NEX-3N Fujifilm X-A1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-3N

 Fujifilm X-A1 NEX-3N 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the NEX-3N.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-3N is 87 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-3N.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-3N as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
66
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no external flash support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Street photography features
Sony NEX-3N Street photography features
76
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
77
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography factors
Sony NEX-3N Sports photography factors
54
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
54
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
great battery power (480 per charge)
slow fps (4.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Travel photography with Sony NEX-3N
66
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
71
great battery power (480 shots)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony NEX-3N as a Landscape photography camera
69
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse function
70
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
great battery power (480 shots)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging advice
Sony NEX-3N Vlogging advice
31
offers face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have external mic jack
28
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone support
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony NEX-3N
 Fujifilm X-A1Sony Alpha NEX-3N
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-A1 Sony Alpha NEX-3N
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2013-11-30 2013-02-25
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 16000
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 920k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) -
Flash settings Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330 gr (0.73 pounds) 269 gr (0.59 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 74
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 1067
Other
Battery life 350 photos 480 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $329 $399