Sony NEX-3 vs Sony T900

Following is a in depth comparison of the Sony NEX-3 and Sony T900, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-3 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively close but the NEX-3 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-3 was brought out 16 months after the T900 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NEX-3 matches up against the T900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-3 offers outside dimensions 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 T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-3 and Sony T900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NEX-3 and the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-3 and T900 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-3 and T900.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony NEX-3 will render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher NEX-3 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.