Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Released August 2012
- Older Model is Sony NEX-C3
- New Model is Sony NEX-3N
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
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Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades against the NEX-F3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony NEX-F3
| Fujifilm X-E1 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2013 |  | August 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Fujifilm X-E1
| NEX-F3 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-F3
| Fujifilm X-E1 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 features outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the NEX-F3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-F3 is 85 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NEX-F3.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-02-28 | 2012-08-16 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 2.8" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 314 gr (0.69 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1114 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 470 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | W126 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $600 | $470 |