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Sony Alpha NEX 3N

Sony Alpha NEX 3N
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alaScore 90

775 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 775 reviews of Sony Alpha NEX 3N. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the price and image quality. The performance and portability also get good feedback. Opinions about the contrast and reliability are mixed, while many are less positive about the viewfinder.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Alpha NEX 3N is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Alpha NEX 3N

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 61 user reviews of Sony Alpha NEX 3N from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the size and image quality. The performance and portability are also mentioned favorably, whereas reviews about the battery and lens are mixed. Many are less positive about the focus and color.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Alpha NEX 3N

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 301 user reviews of Sony Alpha NEX 3N from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the image quality and price. The performance and portability also get good views. There are some mixed comments about the contrast and glare. Many are less positive about the viewfinder.

usability, portability, performance, price, image quality

viewfinder

91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Sony Alpha NEX 3N

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Sony Alpha NEX 3N from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. People are impressed by the image quality and performance. The design and price also get good feedback. There are some negative comments about the flash and size.

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75% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Amy Davies (techradar.com)

Sony NEX-3N review

 

World's smallest and lightest APS-C CSC

Tilting screen ; Small size ; APS-C sized sensor

No touchscreen ; Limited raw functionality ; No accessories port/hotshoe

May, 2013
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Expert review by : Libby Plummer (t3.com)

Hands on: Sony NEX-3N review: Hands-on

 

The Sony NEX-3N is the brand's new entry-level compact system camera

Feb, 2013
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Expert review by : Mike Lowe (pocket-lint.com)

Sony NEX-3N pictures and hands-on - Pocket-lint

 

Sony's refreshed its entry level NEX camera, updating the NEX-F3 with the new - and smaller - NEX-3N model. And Pocket-lint was on hand to take a gander

Feb, 2013
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Expert review by : Ben Pitt (expertreviews.co.uk)

Sony NEX-3N review

 

Light on features, but superb image quality and an aggressively low price - a great deal

Oct, 2013
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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Sony NEX-3N review

 

Sony has delivered a capable, pocketable camera with the convenience of a compact. While the Power Zoom control makes perfect sense when used with a compatible lens, only two such lenses exist. The lack of an accessory port also suggests that Sony is...

Apr, 2014
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Expert review by : ePHOTOzine (ephotozine.com)

Sony NEX-3N Review

 

The Sony NEX-3N is the latest entry level mirrorless camera from Sony, and is the World's smallest APS-C sized sensor mirrorless camera, and is bundled with the 16-50mm OSS Power Zoom lens with an RRP of £399. The price it's available to buy is a very...

Image quality, Noise performance, Compact size, Quick performance, Wide-angle 16-50mm OSS Power Zoom lens, Stunning value for money, 480 shot InfoLithium battery, Panoramic mode

ISO100 option would be nice, Moiré visible in videos, Lack of touch-screen, Picture effects are JPEG only (raw not available)

Jun, 2013
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Expert review by : What Digital Camera (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Sony NEX-3N First Look

 

We go hands-on with the Sony NEX-3N – Sony's latest Compact System Camera

Feb, 2013
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Expert review by (engadget.com)

Sony NEX-3N review: superior shooting on the cheap

 

Sony's latest entry-level mirrorless camera is hard to beat.

Excellent performance and image quality ; Solid build and design ; Very affordable for a mirrorless kit ; 16-50mm power zoom lens in the box

No accessory port or mic input ; Power zoom is too choppy for video

Is this Sony's strongest NEX to date? No, it's not. But it's by far the most impressive entry-level Sony ILC we've seen, and one of the very best options for less than 600 bucks. Excellent image quality, a solid (but compact) build and Sony's new...

Apr, 2013
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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Sony Alpha NEX-3N

 

The Sony Alpha NEX-3N isn't as good a performer as its predecessor, but it does include a collapsible power zoom lens and comes at a lower price.

Attractive price. APS-C image sensor. Compact zoom lens. Excellent high ISO performance. 180° tilting LCD. Built-in flash.

Screen not as sharp as on previous NEX models. Kit lens isn't the best performer. No EVF or expansion options. Front-facing LCD eliminates downward tilt. No dedicated battery charger.

Wi-Fi is becoming more common on cameras, but it's still not standard issue across the board. If you want wireless within the NEX system you'll have to move up to the NEX-5R or NEX-6, or you can look at the Samsung NX1000, which also features an APS-C...

Apr, 2013
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Hands-on with the Sony Alpha NEX-3N

 

Some first impressions of the company's new compact, least expensive interchangeable-lens camera.

Feb, 2013
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