Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony A6300

Here, we will be matching up the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony A6300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NEX-C3 was announced 5 years earlier than the A6300 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the NEX-C3 matches up vs the A6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony NEX-C3 has got outer 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 A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony A6300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the NEX-C3 vs the A6300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-C3 and A6300 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-C3 and A6300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony A6300 to result in more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older NEX-C3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.