Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus E-P2
- Successor is Olympus E-P5
(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
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-F3
- New Model is Sony a5000
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Its time to look more closely at the Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe E-P3 was announced 18 months earlier than the NEX-3N making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the E-P3 grades against the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Sony NEX-3N
| E-P3 | NEX-3N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Olympus E-P3
| NEX-3N | E-P3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2013 |  | August 2011 | Newer by 18 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Olympus E-P3 and Sony NEX-3N
| E-P3 | NEX-3N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P3 features exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-P3 vs the NEX-3N.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and NEX-3N is 86 and 89 respectively.
Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and NEX-3N.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-P3 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-3N will offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged E-P3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-P3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus PEN E-P3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2011-08-17 | 2013-02-25 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | TruePic VI | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 35 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 107 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 369 gr (0.81 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 51 | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light score | 536 | 1067 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 images | 480 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BLS-5 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $0 | $399 |
