Nikon S6300 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon S6300 and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the S6300 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S6300 was launched 6 months earlier than the NEX-F3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S6300 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S6300 matches up vs the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has got external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

See the Nikon S6300 and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S6300 versus the NEX-F3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and NEX-F3 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and NEX-F3.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The S6300 provides the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh more difficult.