Sony NEX-3N vs Sony QX100

Below is a detailed comparison of the Sony NEX-3N and Sony QX100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and QX100 (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-3N was unveiled 6 months before the QX100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the NEX-3N scores against the QX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-3N & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-3N Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-3N has got outer measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony QX100 has measurements of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-3N and Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the NEX-3N vs the QX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-3N and QX100 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-3N and QX100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NEX-3N with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony QX100 will give you extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.