Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-F3
- New Model is Sony a5000
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony NEX-3N, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and NEX-3N (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 II was unveiled 7 years after the NEX-3N which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z6 II scores against the NEX-3N for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony NEX-3N
Z6 II | NEX-3N | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | February 2013 | Newer by 93 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Clearer display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Nikon Z6 II
NEX-3N | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony NEX-3N
Z6 II | NEX-3N | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
See the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II versus the NEX-3N.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and NEX-3N is 61 and 89 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and NEX-3N.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will offer more detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
Available lenses | 15 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 705 gr (1.55 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 480 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,997 | $399 |