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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-3 front
Portability
89
Imaging
54
Features
55
Overall
54

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Sony NEX-3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
  • Announced June 2010
  • New Model is Sony NEX-C3
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Overview

Following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was introduced 5 years after the NEX-3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up vs the NEX-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Sony NEX-3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-3 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016June 2010More modern by 69 months
Screen resolution1040k920kSharper screen (+120k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 NEX-3 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-3 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S has got external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the NEX-3.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-3 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-3.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E2S to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E2S will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Portrait photography with Sony NEX-3
75
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
72
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography highlights
Sony NEX-3 Street photography highlights
66
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
76
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Sports photography camera
Sony NEX-3 as a Sports photography camera
69
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
sensor has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
52
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
lack of image stabilization
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Travel photography camera
Sony NEX-3 as a Travel photography camera
72
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
59
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography highlights
Sony NEX-3 Landscape photography highlights
75
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
68
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-3 as a Vlogging camera
34
offers face detect autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone support
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
27
comes with face detect focusing
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-3
 Fujifilm X-E2SSony Alpha NEX-3
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E2S Sony Alpha NEX-3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-01-15 2010-06-07
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II 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 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW support
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 77 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 7.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 12.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350g (0.77 lb) 297g (0.65 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 68
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.0
DXO Low light score not tested 830
Other
Battery life 350 images 330 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $599 $0