Sony A700 vs Sony NEX-C3

Below, we will be analyzing the Sony A700 versus Sony NEX-C3, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the A700 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The A700 was revealed 4 years prior to the NEX-C3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A700 scores vs the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are provided at Sony A700 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A700 has got exterior dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A700 versus Sony NEX-C3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the A700 and the NEX-C3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A700 and NEX-C3 is 58 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A700 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony NEX-C3 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged A700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.