Sony NEX-3N vs Sony W510

Following is a detailed analysis of the Sony NEX-3N and Sony W510, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the NEX-3N (16MP) and W510 (12MP) and the NEX-3N (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-3N was brought out 2 years after the W510 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the NEX-3N scores vs the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-3N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony NEX-3N has got exterior 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 W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony NEX-3N and Sony W510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-3N vs the W510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3N and W510 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-3N and W510.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony NEX-3N will resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern NEX-3N provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.