Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony WX500

Below is a extensive assessment of the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony WX500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly comparable but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and WX500 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The NEX-F3 was introduced 3 years prior to the WX500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NEX-F3 scores versus the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-F3 offers physical measurements 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 WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony WX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the NEX-F3 and the WX500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-F3 and WX500 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-F3 and WX500.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NEX-F3 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony WX500 will provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older NEX-F3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.