Sony NEX-3N vs Sony A58

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sony NEX-3N versus Sony A58, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NEX-3N was revealed 9 months earlier than the A58 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the NEX-3N matches up versus the A58 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-3N & Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-3N Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-3N has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the NEX-3N versus the A58.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-3N and A58 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-3N and A58.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A58 to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3N will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.