Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 381g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Introduced May 2015
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Updated by Sony NEX-C3
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Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-T10 was announced 5 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T10 scores vs the NEX-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T10 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Sony NEX-3
| Fujifilm X-T10 | NEX-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2015 | June 2010 | Fresher by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Fujifilm X-T10
| NEX-3 | Fujifilm X-T10 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony NEX-3
| Fujifilm X-T10 | NEX-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | The same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T10 offers physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T10 versus Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T10 compared to the NEX-3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T10 and NEX-3 is 83 and 89 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T10 and NEX-3.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T10 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T10 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T10 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2015-05-19 | 2010-06-07 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 51000 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 77 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data 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 | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 381g (0.84 lbs) | 297g (0.65 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 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 photos | 330 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $800 | $0 |