Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3
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Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Introduced July 2006
- Replaced the Konica Minolta 5D
- Refreshed by Sony A550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched June 2010
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-C3
Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony A100 and Sony NEX-3, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the A100 (10MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A100 was revealed 4 years prior to the NEX-3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A100 matches up versus the NEX-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A100 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Sony NEX-3
A100 | NEX-3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Sony A100
NEX-3 | A100 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | July 2006 | More modern by 46 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A100 and Sony NEX-3
A100 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A100 provides outer dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A100 and Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A100 versus the NEX-3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A100 and NEX-3 is 64 and 89 respectively.
Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and NEX-3.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-3 to give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged A100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A100 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2006-07-31 | 2010-06-07 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Available lenses | 143 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 638g (1.41 lb) | 297g (0.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 61 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 476 | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FM55H | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,000 | $0 |