Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony NEX-C3

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 2 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the NEX-C3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-C3 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.