Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony a5100

Here, we are matching up the Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are built by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NEX-F3 was introduced 24 months earlier than the a5100 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NEX-F3 matches up against the a5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony NEX-F3 enjoys outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the NEX-F3 vs the a5100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-F3 and a5100 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-F3 and a5100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony a5100 to resolve greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged NEX-F3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.