Sony Alpha NEX-3N

Last Updated (30 May’13):
- Review & Sample Photos @ TechRadar

Sony Alpha NEX-3N is a 16.1MP Exmor APS-C CMOS Sensor Mirrorless Digital Camera with 16-50mm Lens. It uses BIONZ Image Processor and features Sony E-Mount, 3.0-inch 180-deg Tilting LCD with 460.8k-Dot resolution, Full HD 1080i Video recording at 60fps, ISO 100-16000, Intelligent AF System, Auto Object Framing, and has Photo Creativity Feature for Effects. The camera measures (W x H x D) 4.4 x 2.5 x 1.4″ / 11.2 x 6.4 x 3.6 cm excluding protrusions and weight 7.4 oz / 210 g camera only.

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Overall Rating: ★★★★☆ | Check Availability

Expert Reviews

Sony Alpha NEX-3N Reviews

Techradar reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“With the same impressive sensor as the Sony NEX-5R, we feel confident that the Sony NEX-3N will be a good performer too,”
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PCMAG reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“Zooming to 33mm narrows the maximum aperture to f/5, but improves image quality. It scores 1,821 lines there. At its maximum 50mm zoom setting the lens notches 1,713 lines at f/5.6, but improves to 1,821 lines at f/8.”
Rating: ★★★★☆

Imaging-resource reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“Autofocus and exposure generally seemed accurate, and although I’m still not a fan of Sony’s menu system and playback-mode interface, overall the NEX-3N is a fairly approachable camera with a generous array of shooting aids to help consumers get the shot they’re after.”
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Engadget reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“Excellent image quality, a solid (but compact) build and Sony’s new 16-50mm retractable zoom lens make the NEX-3N an excellent fit for interchangeable-lens hopefuls making the jump from a compact point-and-shoot, or even current NEX-3/C3/F3 owners ready for something a bit more fresh. It’s a fantastically capable camera, and it looks great, too. We wouldn’t hesitate to pick one up.”
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Digitalcamerainfo reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“The NEX-3N is a very competitive little shooter, with plenty of advanced features: an articulated rear LCD, 4fps continuous shooting, a built-in flash, full manual control, Sony’s usual array of automatic and scene modes, 1080/60i videos, and a 16.1-megapixel APS-C image sensor.”
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Popphoto reviews the Sony Alpha NEX-3N and writes;
“video is one of this Sony’s strengths. It can record at up to 1920x1080i60 in AVCHD format. The footage we captured was great for a camera in this price range. If you’re used to a compact camera that can barely create a mediocre 720p video clip, the NEX-3n should impress you.”
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User Opinions

Sony Alpha NEX-3N User Reviews

Great photos. Charging quirks. Display quirks outdoors. Excellent auto mode
“The photos from this Sony are impressive. Color is great. Exposure is spot-on. It takes decent shots even at high ISOs (up to 1600 look very sharp). Movies look incredible. It records truly DSLR-grade photos. My DSLR is dated so it won’t sound like much saying that it takes better photos than my Canon D20, but, wow. It has twice the pixels as the D20 but takes in just as much light with the same beautiful color. What an amazing upgrade.” – By Jeffrey Stanley
Rating: ★★★★☆

Excellent Portable High Quality Camera
“Build quality is excellent for this price point. Video quality is exceptional and ability to smoothly zoom while filming is really the icing on the cake for the average video shooter.” – By Trader One
Rating: ★★★★★

Compact, lightweight and solid performance
“The Sensor: The APS-C is larger than the micro-four-thirds sensor and generally should result in better image quality, especially when enlarging pictures.” – By I. Peters
Rating: ★★★★☆

The Perfect Camera for Soccer Moms
“as a mom of 2 kids, i need a camera that: small enough so it can fit into my handbag, amazing image quality, has fast focus ability (taking pics of kids running around indoor doesn’t work with my older Oly E-P1), screen can rotate 180° so that you can take self-portraits & social photography with friends, built in flash for indoor and night shots, large sensor (I want some nice bokeh and ability to take pictures in lower light), user friendly, intuitive menus, ability to shoot in RAW, And i can happily say that Nex 3N fill all these criteria.” – By Shanti
Rating: ★★★★★

I am the target consumer
“The large sensor means I can really kick up the ISO without totally ruining a picture so I can shoot my dogs in the living room at 1/60 without a flash at night with just a few lights on. Some of the built in effects too are really neat, I love the color accents you can do.” – By Robert C. Vincent
Rating: ★★★★☆

Great camera
“I have always wanted a DSLR, but hated the bulk it came with it. This Sony cam is a hybrid cam– with the weight of a P and S, you can take basic to intermediate-level DSLR quality pictures. I am obsessed with this camera and cannot leave the house without it. Quality is amazing.” – By Subhashini Sundararajan
Rating: ★★★★★

Great upgrade from a point and shoot
“The image quality is the same (except for the NEX 7). The small size of this camera makes it convenient to carry with you. It takes at least as good a quality image as less expensive DSLRs like the Canon Rebels. It’s easy to use and Sony adds great extras like the sweep panorama and anti-motion blur modes. Great photos, small and easy to carry, easy to use” – By Michael McKee
Rating: ★★★★★

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Samples

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Manual

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Features

Sony Alpha NEX-3N Features

The Sony Alpha NEX-3N offers an Exmor APS-C HD CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 16.1-megapixels and combined with a BIONZ image processor for clear, detailed, low-noise images even at ISO 16000 sensitivity in low light situations. The camera also accept Sony E-Mount and A-Mount Lenses, including the supplied Power Zoom (PZ) lens, which has an effective focal length of 16-50mm (35mm equivalent: 24-75mm) and is equipped with both ED and aspherical elements.

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This camera has a 3.0-inch LCD Monitor which offers a resolution of 460,800 dots and tilts 180° up and 13° down making the camera is easy to capture self-portraits. Moreover, Sony Alpha NEX-3N is able to record Full HD 1080i video at 60fps and 1080p video at 24fps. This camera also allow you capture videos in your choice of the Blu-ray quality AVCHD or PC-friendly MP4 format, and record stereo sound in Dolby Digital (AC-3) or MPEG-4 AAC-LC format. Not only that, A Wide ISO Range of 100-16000 and advanced noise reduction enable you to capture clear, detailed images in low light situations.

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Sony Alpha NEX-3N uses Auto and Manual Focus. The Autofocus modes include Single-shot AF(AF-S), Continuous AF(AF-C) and Auto Focus. You can use Direct Manual Focus (DMF) to switch quickly between AF and MF while keeping your eyes focused on your subject. Additionally, the camera has Built-in Flash to help you get clear images in low light situations. There is an Auto Object Framing which automatically recognizing the scene and cropping accordingly for the perfect composition.

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Furthermore, Sony Alpha NEX-3N is equipped with advanced features such as Picture Effect Modes, Creative Style, Superior Auto Mode, Anti-Motion Blur Mode, Face Detection / Smile Shutter, Speed Priority Continuous Mode, Panorama Shooting, Scene Modes, and more. All of those features make the camera is easy to capture an exceptional images quality and increase your ability in photography to be a professional photographer.

Sony Alpha NEX-3N Features:

+ 16.1MP Exmor APS-C CMOS Sensor

+ BIONZ Image Processor

+ Sony E-Mount

+ 16-50mm (35mm Equiv: 24-75mm) PZ Lens

+ 3.0-inch 180-deg Tilting LCD 460.8k-Dot resolution

+ Full HD 1080i Video at 60fps

+ ISO 100-16000

+ Intelligent AF System

+ Auto Object Framing

+ Photo Creativity Feature for Effects

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