Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N
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![Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A200/Sony-A200-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha NEX-3N front Sony Alpha NEX-3N front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-NEX-3N/Sony-NEX-3N-front.jpg)
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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Released July 2008
- Updated by Sony A230
(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
- Introduced February 2013
- Older Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Refreshed by Sony a5000
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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Here is a complete review of the Sony A200 and Sony NEX-3N, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A200 (10MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The A200 was manufactured 5 years before the NEX-3N and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A200 grades against the NEX-3N in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are provided at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sony NEX-3N
A200 | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Sony A200
NEX-3N | A200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2008 | Fresher by 56 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A200 and Sony NEX-3N
A200 | NEX-3N | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A200 provides outer dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Sony A200 and Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the A200 and the NEX-3N.
![Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N size comparison Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A200-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-3N-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A200 and NEX-3N is 66 and 89 respectively.
![Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N top view buttons comparison Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A200-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-3N-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A200 and NEX-3N.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-3N to show more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older A200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N sensor size comparison Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A200-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-3N-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A200-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-3N-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2008-07-17 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 143 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 572 gr (1.26 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $100 | $399 |