An excellent model, capable of fantastic images. Perfect for newcomers to interchangeable lens cameras or equally usable as a small second camera for DSLR usersOverall ...
Vari-angle display, compact, well-built lenses, on-screen graphics can guide novices, excellent ISO noise handling
Controls are too obscured, screen reflections a problem in bright conditions, for best performance you have to dive into the settings and take control
There is no doubting that the NEX-3 is a very capable hybrid camera and if you love the NEX-5, then the NEX-3 offers a more affordable route to much of the same goodnessKey specs14 megapixels, HDMI, Li-ion battery, MemoryStick, SD, SDHC...
High-resolution, tilting display; 7fps continuous shooting; decent image quality at high ISOs; good value for money
Tiresome interface; clip-on flash; quality of 18-55mm kit lens is only fair
Why pay more for the Sony NEX-5? The NEX-3 is identical in almost every respect, but this compact camera with interchangeable lenses is around £100 cheaper...
Abstract: At the recent TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) meeting we had an ongoing debate about how to classify cameras like the new Sony Alpha NEX-3. It is certainly not a D-SLR, being mirrorless, yet it does offer interchangeable lenses and even an a...
Abstract: The less expensive cousin to Sony’s (reviewed at Buy-n-Shoot back in mid 2010) differs literally only in a few areas to its counterpart: it’s slightly larger, doesn’t support HD movie mode (although it does record standard footage) and lacks an in...
The Sony NEX-3 is so similar to its big brother, the NEX-5, that you'd be hard-pressed to tell them apart side-by-side. Indeed, there are so few differences that we're not sure why Sony went to the trouble of releasing both models. That said, if you d...
Abstract: More so than ever before, this rating comes with caveats. Read our full review. Understand the limitations of the interface and focusing system. Better still, try it for yourself. You may find the interface really disagrees with you, in which case consider the Micro Four Thirds models or alternatives from the likes of Samsung. But if the user interface is a non-issue or something you're willing to work with, we can whole-heartedly recommend the NEX-3 and NEX-5 to enthusiasts, along..
Fiddly flash unit, excessive menu digging, limited to three current lenses
The NEX-3 is mightily similar to its NEX-5 brother. What it loses in body build and grip-size it makes up for by slashing the price. At £440 with the 16mm lens it's an absolute bargain that has class-leading image quality just the same as the NEX-5. S...
Competitive price. Superb image quality, low-light performance, and speed. Smallest compact interchangeable lens camera currently available. Beautiful, tilting 3-inch LCD. Silent focus when recording HD video. Digital accessory port. Support for HDMI-CEC and SDXC memory cards.
No native compatibility with existing Alpha lenses. Limited E-Mount lens selection. No EVF option currently available. No manual control over shutter speed and aperture while recording video.
Stellar performance, a killer design, and a low price make the pocket-size Sony Alpha NEX-3 the compact interchangeable-lens camera to beat....
