Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T10
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Superseded the Sony NEX-3
- Updated by Sony NEX-F3
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm X-T20 was announced 5 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades against the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm X-T20 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | August 2011 | Newer by 66 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Fujifilm X-T20
NEX-C3 | Fujifilm X-T20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Sony NEX-C3
Fujifilm X-T20 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T20 has got external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the NEX-C3.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and NEX-C3 is 83 and 91 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and NEX-C3.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-T20 to give you greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T20 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2011-08-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | 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 | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lbs) | 225g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 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 photos | 400 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $900 | $343 |