Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-3

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was unveiled 8 years after the NEX-3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up versus the NEX-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 provides outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has sizing of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Sony NEX-3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus the NEX-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NEX-3 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NEX-3.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-T30 to deliver greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.