Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100
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![Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3/Sony-NEX-C3-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha a5100 front Sony Alpha a5100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-a5100/Sony-a5100-front.jpg)
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-F3
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Replaced the Sony a5000
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Sony NEX-C3 versus Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The NEX-C3 was introduced 4 years earlier than the a5100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NEX-C3 grades versus the a5100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Sony a5100
NEX-C3 | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Sony NEX-C3
a5100 | NEX-C3 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 36 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony a5100
NEX-C3 | a5100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-C3 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Sony NEX-C3 versus Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-C3 and the a5100.
![Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 size comparison Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5100-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-C3 and a5100 is 91 and 89 respectively.
![Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 top view buttons comparison Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-C3 and a5100.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony a5100 to provide you with more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NEX-C3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 sensor size comparison Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5100-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-08-22 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony E |
Total lenses | 121 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Xtra Fine LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 225 grams (0.50 pounds) | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 73 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 1083 | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 400 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NPFW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $343 | $448 |