Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-C3

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 6 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 scores vs the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers external dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-C3 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NEX-C3.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-E3 to give you more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.