Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony a3500

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NEX-F3 was introduced 19 months before the a3500 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NEX-F3 grades against the a3500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 & Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-F3 has outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-F3 against the a3500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-F3 and a3500 is 86 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-F3 and a3500.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony a3500 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NEX-F3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.