Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed November 2011
(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
- Revealed February 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Refreshed by Sony a5000
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 3D1 was manufactured 15 months prior to the NEX-3N making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 3D1 scores vs the NEX-3N for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony NEX-3N
3D1 | NEX-3N | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Panasonic 3D1
NEX-3N | 3D1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | November 2011 | Newer by 15 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony NEX-3N
3D1 | NEX-3N | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 features external dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 vs the NEX-3N.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and NEX-3N is 93 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and NEX-3N.
All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony NEX-3N will provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-11-07 | 2013-02-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 480 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $670 | $399 |