Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Older Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-3N
Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z5 versus Sony NEX-F3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and NEX-F3 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z5 was brought out 8 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z5 grades vs the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony NEX-F3
Z5 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | August 2012 | Fresher by 97 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer display (+120k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Nikon Z5
NEX-F3 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony NEX-F3
Z5 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 provides outside 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) and the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z5 versus Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5 and the NEX-F3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and NEX-F3 is 62 and 86 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and NEX-F3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z5 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will give extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Z5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 16000 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 314 grams (0.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 470 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $470 |