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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
57
Features
57
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Introduced February 2013
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2
Sony NEX-C3
(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
  • Released August 2011
  • Old Model is Sony NEX-3
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

Following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was unveiled 19 months after the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E1 NEX-C3 
ReleasedFebruary 2013August 2011More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 NEX-C3 Fujifilm X-E1 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution920k460kClearer screen (+460k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E1 NEX-C3 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 features physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the NEX-C3.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-C3 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-C3.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Portrait photography factors
Sony NEX-C3 Portrait photography factors
74
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
74
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Street photography with Sony NEX-C3
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
80
tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competition (225 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography information
Sony NEX-C3 Sports photography information
49
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
max frames per second low (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
53
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
good battery (400 CIPA)
slow fps (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography factors
Sony NEX-C3 Travel photography factors
65
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
71
good battery (400 per charge)
lighter than competition (225g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography advice
Sony NEX-C3 Landscape photography advice
69
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (2.8 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse recording
70
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
good battery (400 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging information
Sony NEX-C3 Vlogging information
32
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes mic port
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
27
lighter than competition (225 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-C3
 Fujifilm X-E1Sony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E1 Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2013-02-28 2011-08-22
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Pro Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Highest boosted ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 25
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 2.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 225 grams (0.50 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 73
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.2
DXO Low light score not tested 1083
Other
Battery life 350 images 400 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 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 SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $600 $343