Sony NEX-3 vs Sony QX1

Lets take a closer look at the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony QX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the NEX-3 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NEX-3 was brought out 5 years before the QX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the NEX-3 grades against the QX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-3 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are available at Sony NEX-3 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-3 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony QX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the NEX-3 and the QX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3 and QX1 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-3 and QX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony QX1 to give extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.