Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we will be evaluating the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony HX50V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively similar but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The NEX-F3 was introduced 8 months earlier than the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the NEX-F3 grades vs the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony NEX-F3 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the NEX-F3 and the HX50V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-F3 and HX50V is 86 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-F3 and HX50V.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NEX-F3 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX50V will offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older NEX-F3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.