Sony NEX-3N vs Sony W830

Here is a in-depth review of the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony W830, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is very similar but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NEX-3N was revealed 10 months before the W830 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the NEX-3N grades vs the W830 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-3N & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3N Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-3N has got physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony W830 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NEX-3N versus the W830.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3N and W830 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-3N and W830.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NEX-3N with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W830 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older NEX-3N is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.