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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
75
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
57
Features
57
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise 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
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
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
  • Launched August 2011
  • Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
  • Updated by Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

The following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was launched 4 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores vs the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-C3 
LaunchedJanuary 2016August 2011Newer by 54 months
Screen resolution1040k920kCrisper screen (+120k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 NEX-C3 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E2S NEX-C3 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S compared to the NEX-C3.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-C3 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and NEX-C3.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Portrait photography with Sony NEX-C3
76
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
74
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography information
Sony NEX-C3 Street photography information
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
80
screen tilts
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition (225 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography details
Sony NEX-C3 Sports photography details
70
MP count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
53
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great battery power (400 per charge)
max fps low (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Travel photography with Sony NEX-C3
72
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have a selfie friendly screen
71
great battery power (400 CIPA)
lighter than competition (225 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
no Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography info
Sony NEX-C3 Landscape photography info
76
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
MP count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
70
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
great battery power (400 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging details
Sony NEX-C3 Vlogging details
35
provides face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external mic support
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
27
lighter than competition (225g)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Sony NEX-C3
 Fujifilm X-E2SSony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E2S Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-01-15 2011-08-22
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 megapixel 16 megapixel
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 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 77 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 121
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - 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
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 pounds) 225 grams (0.50 pounds)
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 photos 400 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $599 $343