Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-3

Below is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was introduced 3 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the NEX-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the NEX-3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-3 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-3.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm X-E2 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E2 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.