Sony NEX-3 vs Sony a1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony a1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the NEX-3 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the NEX-3 (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The NEX-3 was brought out 11 years prior to the a1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NEX-3 scores against the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-3 and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-3 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony a1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the NEX-3 vs the a1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-3 and a1 is 89 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-3 and a1.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NEX-3 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 36 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older NEX-3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.