Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Released September 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A5
(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
- Announced February 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Successor is Sony a5000
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Below is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-A7 was manufactured 6 years later than the NEX-3N and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades versus the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Sony NEX-3N
Fujifilm X-A7 | NEX-3N | |||
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Announced | September 2019 | February 2013 | More recent by 80 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2760k | 460k | Crisper display (+2300k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Fujifilm X-A7
NEX-3N | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Sony NEX-3N
Fujifilm X-A7 | NEX-3N | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the NEX-3N.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and NEX-3N is 86 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and NEX-3N.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A7 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A7 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A7 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-09-11 | 2013-02-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,760k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 320 gr (0.71 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 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 | 440 shots | 480 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $700 | $399 |