Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Released May 2009
- Replaced the Sony A300
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Released August 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-F3
Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Sony A330 and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the A330 (10MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A330 was brought out 3 years earlier than the NEX-C3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A330 grades against the NEX-C3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are available at Sony A330 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Sony NEX-C3
A330 | NEX-C3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Sony A330
NEX-C3 | A330 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | May 2009 | More modern by 27 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A330 and Sony NEX-C3
A330 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A330 has outer measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Sony A330 and Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A330 compared to the NEX-C3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A330 and NEX-C3 is 67 and 91 respectively.
Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A330 and NEX-C3.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-C3 to give you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged A330 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A330 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-05-18 | 2011-08-22 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Total lenses | 143 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 529 grams (1.17 lbs) | 225 grams (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 64 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | 535 | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 400 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $545 | $343 |