Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
- Released October 2019
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-Pro2
(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
- Launched June 2010
- Replacement is Sony NEX-C3

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was manufactured 9 years after the NEX-3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 grades against the NEX-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro3 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | NEX-3 | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 115 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+700k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Fujifilm X-Pro3
NEX-3 | Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 has exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has specifications of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and the NEX-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NEX-3 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NEX-3.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-Pro3 to result in extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-Pro3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-10-23 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor 4 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 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 | 497 gr (1.10 pounds) | 297 gr (0.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $2,000 | $0 |