Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100
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Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-F3
- Replacement is Sony a5000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Updated by Sony RX100 II
Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very similar but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and RX100 (1") enjoy different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NEX-3N was released 7 months after the RX100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the NEX-3N scores against the RX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-3N & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Sony RX100
NEX-3N | RX100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | August 2012 | More modern by 7 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Sony NEX-3N
RX100 | NEX-3N | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 460k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-3N and Sony RX100
NEX-3N | RX100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-3N has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Compare the Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-3N compared to the RX100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-3N and RX100 is 89 and 91 respectively.
Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-3N and RX100.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX100 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher NEX-3N should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony NEX-3N vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-3N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-02-25 | 2012-08-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 240 grams (0.53 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 74 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 1067 | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 480 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $399 | $448 |