Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA 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
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
- Updated by Sony NEX-F3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced July 2018
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony RX100 VA, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is fairly well matched but the NEX-C3 (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NEX-C3 was revealed 7 years prior to the RX100 VA which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NEX-C3 grades versus the RX100 VA with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Sony RX100 VA
NEX-C3 | RX100 VA |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony NEX-C3
RX100 VA | NEX-C3 | |||
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Announced | July 2018 | August 2011 | Newer by 83 months | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 920k | Crisper display (+309k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony RX100 VA
NEX-C3 | RX100 VA | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-C3 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony RX100 VA in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the NEX-C3 compared to the RX100 VA.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-C3 and RX100 VA is 91 and 89 respectively.
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-C3 and RX100 VA.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NEX-C3 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 VA will give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged NEX-C3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony RX100 VA Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-22 | 2018-07-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Xtra Fine LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 225g (0.50 lb) | 299g (0.66 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1083 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 220 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NPFW50 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
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 |
Pricing at release | $343 | $998 |