Sony NEX-3N vs Canon EOS M
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony NEX-3N and Canon EOS M. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony NEX-3N is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS M is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
Sony NEX-3N were released 2013 and Canon EOS M was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony NEX-3N | 2013 |
Canon EOS M | 2012 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony NEX-3N has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS M has a "Canon 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 ** |
Sony NEX-3N | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS M | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Sony NEX-3N has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony NEX-3N |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Canon EOS M |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS M has a 12 % larger resolution than Sony NEX-3N. 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 M. Sony NEX-3N has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 16000 while Canon EOS M has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony NEX-3N | 200-16000 |
Canon EOS M | 100-12800 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony NEX-3N
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony NEX-3N can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M can shoot up to 4,3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony NEX-3N | 4 |
Canon EOS M | 4,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony NEX-3N and Canon EOS M can shoot movies.
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 M weighs 298 gr (equal to 0.66 lb) which is 11% heavier than Sony NEX-3N and its 269 gr (or 0.59 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony NEX-3N | 269 gr 0.59 lb |
Canon EOS M | 298 gr 0.66 lb |
Sony NEX-3N vs Canon EOS M Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony NEX-3N and Canon EOS M, 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 |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Name | Sony NEX-3N | Canon EOS M |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2013-02-20 | 2012-07-23 |
MSRP | 499 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4912 x 3264 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
ISO Range | 200 - 16000 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 25 | 31 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 460000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | ||
Viewfinder Magnification | ||
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Frames per second | 4 fps | 4,3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | No | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | N/A | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | No | No |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony NEX-3N |
Canon EOS M |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion NP-FW50 rechargeable battery & USB charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 480 shots | 230 shots |
Width | 110 mm | 109 mm |
Height | 62 mm | 66 mm |
Depth | 35 mm | 32 mm |
Weight | 269 gram | 298 gram |