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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
56
Features
57
Overall
56

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Announced March 2014
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2S
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
  • Newer Model is Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was brought out 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up vs the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E2 NEX-C3 
ReleasedMarch 2014August 2011More modern by 31 months
Screen resolution1040k920kSharper screen (+120k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 NEX-C3 Fujifilm X-E2 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E2 NEX-C3 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 enjoys external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the NEX-C3.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-C3 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Portrait photography camera
74
manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
73
focusing manually
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography advice
Sony NEX-C3 Street photography advice
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
79
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than others (225g)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Sports photography with Sony NEX-C3
69
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
53
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good battery power (400 shots)
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Travel photography highlights
72
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
good battery power (400 per charge)
lighter than others (225g)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Landscape photography camera
74
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
70
focusing manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
good battery power (400 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Vlogging camera
34
has face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has external microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
27
lighter than others (225 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Sony NEX-C3
 Fujifilm X-E2Sony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2014-03-05 2011-08-22
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 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
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4912 x 3264
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 7.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 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
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
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 37mm (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 pictures 400 pictures
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 shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $450 $343