Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3

Here is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX100 was brought out 4 months later than the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the NX100 grades vs the NEX-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX100 against the NEX-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and NEX-3 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and NEX-3.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX100 to render extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.