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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60
Fujifilm X-M1 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
57
Features
57
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Launched September 2013
Sony NEX-C3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
  • Launched August 2011
  • Succeeded the Sony NEX-3
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-F3
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

The following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was announced 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-M1 NEX-C3 
LaunchedSeptember 2013August 2011Newer by 26 months

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-M1

 NEX-C3 Fujifilm X-M1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-C3

 Fujifilm X-M1 NEX-C3 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution920k920kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-M1 provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus the NEX-C3.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-C3 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and NEX-C3.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm X-M1 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Portrait photography information
Sony NEX-C3 Portrait photography information
74
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
74
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Street photography with Sony NEX-C3
76
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
80
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others in class (225 grams)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Sports photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Sports photography highlights
54
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
53
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
better than average battery power (400 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Travel photography with Sony NEX-C3
66
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
71
better than average battery power (400 CIPA)
lighter than others in class (225 grams)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Landscape photography advice
Sony NEX-C3 Landscape photography advice
70
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
70
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (400 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Vlogging camera
31
offers face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of microphone jack
27
lighter than others in class (225g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony NEX-C3
 Fujifilm X-M1Sony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-M1 Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2013-09-17 2011-08-22
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I 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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias 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
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 49 25
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 54 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 6.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330g (0.73 pounds) 225g (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 1083
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 400 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 NPFW50
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $399 $343