Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony W560

Below is a complete overview of the Sony NEX-C3 versus Sony W560, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very similar but the NEX-C3 (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-C3 was introduced 8 months later than the W560 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NEX-C3 grades against the W560 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-C3 has 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) and the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Sony NEX-C3 versus Sony W560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the NEX-C3 against the W560.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-C3 and W560 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-C3 and W560.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NEX-C3 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony NEX-C3 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NEX-C3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.