Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn vs Sony NEX-3N
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn and Sony NEX-3N. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn is manufacturered by Canon but Sony NEX-3N is from Sony. Both Canon and Sony are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn were released 2005 and Sony NEX-3N was released 2013. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 2005 |
Sony NEX-3N | 2013 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn is a DSLR camera while Sony NEX-3N is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn has a "Canon APS-H"-sensor while Sony NEX-3N has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 65 mm Canon APS-H sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.3 |
Sony NEX-3N | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn has a 8,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony NEX-3N has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
8,2 MP
8185344 pixels 3504 x 2336 |
Sony NEX-3N |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Sony NEX-3N has a 96 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony NEX-3N has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn. Sony NEX-3N has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 16000 while Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 50-3200 |
Sony NEX-3N | 200-16000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-3N
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn can shoot up to 8,5 pictures per seconds and Sony NEX-3N can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 8,5 |
Sony NEX-3N | 4 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Sony NEX-3N. Sadly, the Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn weighs 1565 gr (equal to 3.45 lb) which is 482% heavier than Sony NEX-3N and its 269 gr (or 0.59 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | 1565 gr 3.45 lb |
Sony NEX-3N | 269 gr 0.59 lb |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn vs Sony NEX-3N Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn and Sony NEX-3N, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Name | Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn | Sony NEX-3N |
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Release Year | 2005 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2005-08-22 | 2013-02-20 |
MSRP | 3999 USD | 499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Sensor Size | APS-H (approx 27.9 x 18.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3504 x 2336 pixels | 4912 x 3264 pixels |
Megapixels | 8,2 MP | 16 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | Bionz |
Image |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
ISO Range | 50 - 3200 | 200 - 16000 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 25 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-H Sensor 1.3x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 31 mm 50 mm becomes 65 mm 100 mm becomes 130 mm 200 mm becomes 260 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 460000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.72× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Frames per second | 8,5 fps | 4 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | No |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | N/A |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | No |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1D Mark IIn |
Sony NEX-3N |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Ni-MH Pack NP-E3
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Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & USB charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 480 shots |
Width | 156 mm | 110 mm |
Height | 158 mm | 62 mm |
Depth | 80 mm | 35 mm |
Weight | 1565 gram | 269 gram |