Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony W380

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony W380, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and W380 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-F3 was introduced 2 years after the W380 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the NEX-F3 matches up vs the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The whole galleries are provided at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-F3 offers physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony W380 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the NEX-F3 against the W380.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-F3 and W380 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-F3 and W380.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NEX-F3 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony NEX-F3 will produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer NEX-F3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.