Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1
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Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1 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
- Older Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Successor is Sony a5000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 350g - 114 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced September 2016
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Lets look much closer at the Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Sony and YI. The image resolution of the NEX-3N (16MP) and the M1 (20MP) is pretty similar but the NEX-3N (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NEX-3N was launched 4 years prior to the M1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the NEX-3N grades vs the M1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-3N and YI M1. The complete galleries are available at Sony NEX-3N Gallery and YI M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the YI M1
| NEX-3N | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick YI M1 over the Sony NEX-3N
| M1 | NEX-3N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2016 |  | February 2013 | More modern by 43 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony NEX-3N and YI M1
| NEX-3N | M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Sony NEX-3N has outer dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the YI M1 has specifications of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the NEX-3N and the M1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-3N and M1 is 89 and 87 respectively.
Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-3N and M1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NEX-3N due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the YI M1 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3N is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony NEX-3N vs YI M1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-3N | YI M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Sony | YI |
| Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | YI M1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-02-25 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 16000 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | 81 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Total lenses | 121 | 107 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 1,040k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Red-Eye Slow |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 75 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 269g (0.59 pounds) | 350g (0.77 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 114 x 64 x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 74 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1067 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 480 images | 450 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NPFW50 | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $399 | $320 |