Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V
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Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Announced August 2012
- Superseded the Sony NEX-C3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-3N
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Refreshed by Sony HX200V
Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively well matched but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NEX-F3 was introduced 10 months later than the HX100V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NEX-F3 scores versus the HX100V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Sony HX100V
NEX-F3 | HX100V | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | October 2011 | Fresher by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Sony NEX-F3
HX100V | NEX-F3 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony HX100V
NEX-F3 | HX100V | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-F3 provides external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony HX100V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the NEX-F3 versus the HX100V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-F3 and HX100V is 86 and 66 respectively.
Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-F3 and HX100V.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The NEX-F3 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The newer NEX-F3 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-08-16 | 2011-10-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 16000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.6 |
Amount of lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Xtra Fine LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 314g (0.69 pounds) | 577g (1.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1114 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NPFW50 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $470 | $429 |