Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony FX30

Here is a in-depth review of the Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony FX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and FX30 (26MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NEX-F3 was launched 11 years before the FX30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the NEX-F3 scores against the FX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony FX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-F3 has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony FX30 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony FX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-F3 against the FX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-F3 and FX30 is 86 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-F3 and FX30.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony FX30 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older NEX-F3 will be behind in sensor innovation.