Sony NEX-3N vs Sony H400

Here, we are looking at the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony H400, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very close but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The NEX-3N was introduced 11 months prior to the H400 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NEX-3N scores versus the H400 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-3N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-3N has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the NEX-3N and the H400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3N and H400 is 89 and 62 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-3N and H400.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NEX-3N having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony H400 will result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older NEX-3N will be behind with regard to sensor tech.