Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Launched July 2008
- New Model is Sony A230
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Released August 2012
- Old Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-3N

Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A200 (10MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The A200 was announced 5 years prior to the NEX-F3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A200 grades against the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A200 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sony NEX-F3
A200 | NEX-F3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Sony A200
NEX-F3 | A200 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2008 | More modern by 49 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A200 and Sony NEX-F3
A200 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Look at the Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A200 versus the NEX-F3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A200 and NEX-F3 is 66 and 86 respectively.

Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A200 and NEX-F3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony NEX-F3 to produce extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony A200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2008-07-17 | 2012-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 143 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic (optional) |
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/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 572 grams (1.26 lbs) | 314 grams (0.69 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $100 | $470 |