Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX10 III

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony RX10 III, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and RX10 III (1") have different sensor size.

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The NEX-3N was introduced 4 years earlier than the RX10 III which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the NEX-3N scores vs the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-3N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-3N provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony RX10 III has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony RX10 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-3N and the RX10 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3N and RX10 III is 89 and 53 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-3N and RX10 III.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 III will resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3N is going to be behind in sensor technology.