Sony NEX-3N vs Sony HX100V

Here, we are matching up the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony HX100V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very close but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The NEX-3N was revealed 17 months after the HX100V making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the NEX-3N matches up against the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-3N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Sony NEX-3N comes with physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Analyze the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony HX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the NEX-3N vs the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-3N and HX100V is 89 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-3N and HX100V.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N comes with the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The fresher NEX-3N provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.