Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-3N

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z5 versus Sony NEX-3N, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was introduced 7 years after the NEX-3N which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z5 scores vs the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z5 versus Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5 compared to the NEX-3N.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and NEX-3N is 62 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and NEX-3N.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Z5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.