Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony NEX-3

Following is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was released 7 years after the NEX-3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A5 grades against the NEX-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers external dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the NEX-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and NEX-3 is 86 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and NEX-3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-A5 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.