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

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
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).

The 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.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
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 | |||
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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 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T10 and Sony NEX-3
Fujifilm X-T10 | NEX-3 | |||
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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.

Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T10 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T10 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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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 |