Sony NEX-3N vs Sony W530

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony W530, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and W530 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-3N was announced 2 years after the W530 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the NEX-3N scores vs the W530 when it comes to 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-W530. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-3N has physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NEX-3N against the W530.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3N and W530 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-3N and W530.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony NEX-3N will offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern NEX-3N should have a benefit in sensor technology.