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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
56
Features
57
Overall
56

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Released January 2021
  • Succeeded the 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
  • Replaced the Sony NEX-3
  • Newer Model is Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was unveiled 9 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E4 matches up vs the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E4 NEX-C3 
LaunchedJanuary 2021August 2011More modern by 115 months
Screen resolution1620k920kSharper screen (+700k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-E4

 NEX-C3 Fujifilm X-E4 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-E4 NEX-C3 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E4 features outer measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 versus the NEX-C3.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E4 and NEX-C3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E4 and NEX-C3.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-E4 to offer you extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E4 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Portrait photography camera
83
has manual focus
excellent sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
73
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography info
Sony NEX-C3 Street photography info
80
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
provides touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
79
screen tilts up and down
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (225 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E4
Sports photography with Sony NEX-C3
79
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
excellent sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
better than average battery (380 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
53
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery power (400 per charge)
slow fps (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Travel photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Travel photography camera
88
better than average battery (380 shots)
supports bluetooth
provides touch to focus
excellent sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
71
better than average battery power (400 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (225g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Landscape photography camera
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3")
excellent sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
better than average battery (380 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
70
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3")
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
better than average battery power (400 shots)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Vlogging camera
82
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
includes face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic socket
does not have image stabilization
27
lighter than competition in class (225 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony NEX-C3
 Fujifilm X-E4Sony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm X-E4 Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2021-01-27 2011-08-22
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6240 x 4160 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW pictures
Minimum boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 425 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Sony E
Total lenses 58 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,620k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 20.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 364 grams (0.80 lb) 225 grams (0.50 lb)
Physical dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 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 380 photos 400 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S NPFW50
Self timer Yes 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 Single Single
Launch cost $849 $343