Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Announced September 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced June 2010
- Successor is Sony NEX-C3

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E3 was launched 7 years later than the NEX-3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades against the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm X-E3 | NEX-3 | |||
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Announced | September 2017 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 89 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Fujifilm X-E3
NEX-3 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm X-E3 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outer dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the NEX-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-3 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-3.
As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-E3 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-09-07 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 297g (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $700 | $0 |