Sony NEX-3N vs Sony A6100

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sony NEX-3N and Sony A6100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NEX-3N (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NEX-3N was introduced 7 years earlier than the A6100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NEX-3N grades vs the A6100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-3N & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-3N Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-3N has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the NEX-3N compared to the A6100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-3N and A6100 is 89 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-3N and A6100.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A6100 to deliver more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3N is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.