Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Launched June 2008
- Successor is Sony A380
(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
- Announced February 2013
- Superseded the Sony NEX-F3
- New Model is Sony a5000
Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Sony A350 versus Sony NEX-3N, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the A350 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A350 was released 5 years earlier than the NEX-3N which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the A350 matches up versus the NEX-3N for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A350 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Sony NEX-3N
A350 | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Sony A350
NEX-3N | A350 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | June 2008 | More modern by 57 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A350 and Sony NEX-3N
A350 | NEX-3N | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A350 has physical measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Sony A350 versus Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A350 against the NEX-3N.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A350 and NEX-3N is 62 and 89 respectively.
Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A350 and NEX-3N.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony NEX-3N to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A350 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony A350 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2008-06-06 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 |
Available lenses | 143 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest 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 file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 674 grams (1.49 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 595 | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $600 | $399 |