Fujifilm X-T100 vs Sony NEX-3

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was introduced 8 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T100 matches up against the NEX-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T100 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T100 comes with physical dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 vs the NEX-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T100 and NEX-3 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T100 and NEX-3.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T100 to result in more detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.