Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3
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Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Revealed September 2020
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2010
- New Model is Sony NEX-C3
Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the A7c (24MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) and the A7c (Full frame) and NEX-3 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A7c was launched 10 years later than the NEX-3 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the A7c grades against the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7c & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A7c Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Sony NEX-3
A7c | NEX-3 | |||
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Revealed | September 2020 | June 2010 | More recent by 126 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Sony A7c
NEX-3 | A7c |
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Common features in the Sony A7c and Sony NEX-3
A7c | NEX-3 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A7c enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has sizing of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Compare the Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the A7c vs the NEX-3.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A7c and NEX-3 is 78 and 89 respectively.
Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A7c and NEX-3.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A7c featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony A7c will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger A7c will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A7c vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7c | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-09-14 | 2010-06-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 122 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 509 grams (1.12 lb) | 297 grams (0.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 740 shots | 330 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,800 | $0 |