Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched February 2013
- Old Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Replacement is Sony a5000
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FH3 versus Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively close but the FH3 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH3 was unveiled 4 years prior to the NEX-3N which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH3 scores vs the NEX-3N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Sony NEX-3N
FH3 | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Panasonic FH3
NEX-3N | FH3 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 38 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Sony NEX-3N
FH3 | NEX-3N | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 features physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH3 versus Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FH3 vs the NEX-3N.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and NEX-3N is 94 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and NEX-3N.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH3 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony NEX-3N will render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | - | 480 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $160 | $399 |