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# 720p HD video with smooth AF 14.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor 7 fps continuous shooting speed Sony NEX-3K Digital Camera 14.2MP w/18-55mm F3.5-5.6 Interchangeable Lens| Black

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 24.49
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## Summary

> 📷 Elevate your visual storytelling with DSLR power in a pocket-ready package!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony NEX-3K Digital Camera 14.2MP w/18-55mm F3.5-5.6 Interchangeable Lens| Black by sony
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Speed Meets Precision:** Shoot up to 7 frames per second to never miss a critical moment, whether at work events or weekend adventures.
- • **Capture Every Moment in HD:** Record vivid 720p HD movies with smooth autofocus and easy one-touch recording—perfect for dynamic professionals.
- • **DSLR Quality, Half the Size:** World's smallest interchangeable lens camera with a large APS-C sensor for stunning image quality on the go.
- • **Intuitive Controls with Smart Assistance:** Simplified control wheel and on-screen tips make mastering advanced photography effortless, even on busy days.
- • **Creative Freedom with Interchangeable Lenses:** Switch lenses effortlessly to match your style—from wide-angle panoramas to sharp portraits with creamy bokeh.

## Overview

The Sony Alpha NEX-3K is a compact mirrorless camera featuring a large 14.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor, interchangeable 18-55mm lens, and 720p HD video recording. It offers fast continuous shooting at 7 fps, a tiltable 3-inch LCD for versatile framing, and advanced modes like Sweep Panorama and Handheld Twilight for professional-quality images in a lightweight, portable design.

## Description

The performance of a DSLR without the size and weight. The NEX-3 stands apart as the world's smallest interchangeable lens camera.3 Experience gorgeous HD movies,1 astounding low-light pictures, continuous shooting up to 7 fps, incredible panorama shots, and Live View on a tilting 3" LCD4.

Review: Amazing picture quality, get the firmware update if you want better controls - This is the Mustang of digital cameras. Tons of horsepower, no sophistication. This is about as much bang-for-buck picture quality you can get in a reasonably small package. What I'm talking about is ISO performance. It's all good all the way up to ISO 3200, and ISO 6400 is surviveable, especially if you shoot RAW. That's about 1.5-2 stops better than a micro 4/3rds. The 18-55 kit lens is decently sharp. Too bad you can't get too close to do macro shots (you'll have to get a close-up filter kit, which is another inconvenience). I can't comment on the 16mm prime, since I don't have it. For [...] shipped with kit zoom lens, that's quite a deal. The autofocus is pretty fast, though sometimes it has to hunt a little, especially in the dark. In most cases it's about as fast as my brother's Panasonic GF1, which is commendable. As you probably already know, the flash comes as a hotshoe add-on (included with purchase). It screws on to lock. It's pretty well diffused but quite weak in range. The operation is pretty simple: flip up to activate flash, flip down to deactivate. The panoramic mode is very well done. It is smooth and intuitive, and the results usually come out great. Operation is pretty fast, though is you set it to auto review after ever shot (which everyone does) and then try to zoom in during the review, it will lag for a second or two. The 720p movies are fantastic in quality. Built-in stereo mic. Sounds pretty good without having to get the hotshoe High resolution LCD screen is always nice. Plus it tilts up and down so you don't have to find a stool to stand on to take that really wide angle downwards picture. The arrangement of the interface is quite horrible. Why does it take so many button presses to get to where I can change ISO? Same for white balance. Why can't I set ISO parameters to, say, between 200 and 3200? There a DEDICATED button for tips. Really? Someone from Sony's engineering department thought it was a great idea to throw away all the important buttons and make a dedicated button for helpful tips? One can make the argument that it is geared towards "point-and-shoot" customers, but is that really a valid excuse? Is it so hard to get an APS-C sized sensor in a live-view-oriented body with decent controls? For $550 I'm not going to cry too much about it, but I have to say I was strongly considering the GF1 despite the higher price and huge loss in ISO performance. Just saying, Sony could've made the choice much more obvious by making a more pro-friendly interface and button layout. UPDATE 2010-12-08: Apparently firmware update gives some interface customization options that make life a lot better. You can now map two of the soft keys to do something other than shooting tips. Changing from 4/5 to 5/5 stars.
Review: Finally, the perfect camera! - I have been waiting a lifetime for this camera and it was worth the wait! It provides excellent quality shots in the smallest possible sized body. I am a point-and-shoot user who has been disappointed with the photo quality that comes from even expensive point-and-shoot cameras but who has never bought a DSLR because I knew I would never want to lug one around. If this describes you, then this is your perfect camera. Or, if you own a DSLR and use 5% or less of the features on your camera, this is also the camera for you. On the other hand, if you're a skilled DSLR user, skip this camera because you'll be frustrated the compromises that make this camera a smart choice for the average consumer. Why is this camera "perfect" if you're a typical or even advanced point-and-shoot user? COMPARED WITH POINT-AND-SHOOTS, you'll immediately see the following improvements: - Low light/indoor shots are dramatically better - Quicker shutter response time - Ability to do continuous shooting at 7 frames per second and other DSLR-like features - Great HD video COMPARED WITH DSLRs, you get: - A much smaller camera than a DSLR that you can actually carry around on a regular basis - As good or better HD video because of the advanced auto-focus technology in the Sony Alpha Nex which does a better job of continuous auto-focus than the average DSLR - Photo quality that is comparable to a DSLR for the average user (again, if you're an advanced DSLR user, skip this camera) - An easier-to-use camera that was designed to make the most important features very accessible with the advanced features tucked away in the menus. The advanced features are there if you need them but if you're more likely to set the camera on the auto setting, you won't need the advanced stuff much and will appreciate how straight-forward the camera is to use. COMPARED WITH OTHER WANNABE PERFECT CAMERAS, you'll be glad you waited for the Sony Alpha Nex because it's: - Smaller in size than the other options - Has better photo performance due to the larger APS-C sensor (12X the size of a typical point-and-shoot and also significantly larger than the competitive Micro Four Thirds sensor) - Has better video performance - Is similar or cheaper in price Other wannabe "perfect cameras" I've considered and almost purchased have all been "Micro Four-Thirds" cameras, which owned this category of cameras before the arrival of the Sony Alpha Nex. Panasonic Lumix GF1: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 12.1MP Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 14-45mm Lens Olympus PEN E-PL1: Olympus PEN E-PL1 12.3MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens (Black) And I am glad I waited. The Sony Alpha Nex has better photo and video performance than both, a smaller form factor than both and is cheaper than the Panasonic (though slightly more expensive than the Olympus which cut its price when the Sony was announced). As for the Nex-3 vs Nex-5, if you care about the dollars involved in the price difference, then you should get the Nex-3. Three key differences are not really worth the added cost if you're looking to maximize value: (1) the typical user will not see a noticeable difference between the higher 1080i video resolution in the Nex-5 vs the 720p resolution in the Nex-3 (and I have a hard time believing that home movies can even benefit from the higher resolution). (2) The Nex-5 has a metal body vs plastic for the Nex-3 which is an aesthetic nice-to-have but not a need-to-have. (3) The Nex-5 is marginally smaller in two of the three dimensions (0.2 inch and 0.1 inch). Because of the overall size of the camera with its lens, shaving a little off of the height and width just won't make a practical difference. Spend your savings on stuff that will actually impact how you use the camera like a spare battery or a larger memory card. Other things to note: - The flash is small and detachable, and it's different than almost any other camera you're considering. PRO: you don't need it often because of the great low-light performance and you get a more compact camera as a result. CON: there's a part you can lose or forget to bring with you if you really need it. - If you're looking to own multiple lenses, there aren't many available lenses directly compatible with the camera and they're expensive compared to competing lines. But for the advanced point-and-shoot user, you don't need multiple lenses; just the 18-55mm or if you splurge, the 18-200mm when it comes out (expected fall 2010). But if you have the 18-200mm, the even larger lens starts to erode the benefit of the small body. - While this is very compact compared to a DSLR, it's not really going to fit in a pocket (though it will fit into a purse). The lens still juts out like on a DSLR so it won't be portable like an ultra-compact point-and-shoot. But for high quality shots, there isn't a smaller camera than this one.

## Features

- 14.2 MP APS (1.5x) Exmor CMOS Sensor, Extremely Compact HD Imaging System
- Interchangeable 18-55mm E-Series Lens
- 720p HD / MP4 w/ MPEG-4 AAC-LC Audio. Up to ISO 12800 / Up to 7 fps
- In-Camera 226° Sweep Panoramas
- Memory Stick PRO Duo or SD/SDHC Cards (Not Included)
- Tiltable 3.0" LCD; Accepts A-mount lenses via LA-EA1 adapter

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003MPOLX2 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F3.5–F5.6 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Contrast Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 25 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #389,710 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #3,487 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | Flash and flash case NP-FW50 rechargeable battery AC-UB10 AC adaptor Shoulder strap Body cap Micro USB cable CD-ROM |
| Camera Flash | F3.5–F5.6 |
| Camera Lens | 55 Mm |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Sony FE, Sony E (NEX) |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | Memory Stick Pro Duo, SD, SDHC |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E (NEX), Sony FE |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 7 FPS |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 58 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | True |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 920,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 300 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 14.2 MP |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 12800 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 200 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | MP4 |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Flash Modes | Panorama |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/160_sec |
| Focal Length Description | 18-55 Millimeters |
| Focus Features | Contrast Detection |
| Focus Type | automatic with manual |
| Form Factor | Mirrorless |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242797604 |
| HDMI Type | Type C Mini HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | Memory Stick PRO Duo, SDHC |
| Has Color Screen | No |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | Digital |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Weight | 0.52 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Construction | 6 |
| Lens Type | zoom |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Manufacturer Part Number | NEX3K/B |
| Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 Seconds |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
| Model Number | NEX3K/B |
| Model Series | Alpha |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 3 x |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 49 Millimeters |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 14.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Shooting Modes | Scene |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Supported File Format | MP4 |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG |
| Total Still Resolution | 14.2 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 027242797604 |
| Video Capture Format | AVC, AVCHD, MPEG-4 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | HD 720p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Warranty Description | 1 YEAR LIMITED |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Flash torch |
| Wireless Technology | EyeFi |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Brand:** Sony
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E (NEX), Sony FE
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 200
- **Image Stabilization:** Digital
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 55 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 3 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** MP4

## Images

![Sony NEX-3K Digital Camera 14.2MP w/18-55mm F3.5-5.6 Interchangeable Lens| Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rVJ6gnLUL.jpg)
![Sony NEX-3K Digital Camera 14.2MP w/18-55mm F3.5-5.6 Interchangeable Lens| Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61vfz7riEVL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can this camera be powered on without the battery, if I plug in USB cable to power supply?**
A: I have checked. No, can not be powered on without the battery even you plug in the USB cable. So, you much put battery in.

**Q: Puedo pasar las fotos de manera inalambrica o solo con cable?**
A: El compromiso de Sony con la satisfacción del cliente es nuestra máxima prioridad. Solo con un cable or con la tarjeta.

**Q: Incluye cargador?**
A: El compromiso de Sony con la satisfacción del cliente es nuestra máxima prioridad. Si viene con cargador para la batteria.

**Q: i want to buy the use camera but how am i sure that it'll work well throughout?**
A: I'm guessing it will work fine. It's probably 7 or so years old so would have some wear and tear. The condition of the lens would be the main concern (scratches etc). You could always add a new lens down the road. I did enjoy mine but upgraded to the nex 7 4 years ago.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing picture quality, get the firmware update if you want better controls
*by J***L on December 1, 2010*

This is the Mustang of digital cameras. Tons of horsepower, no sophistication. This is about as much bang-for-buck picture quality you can get in a reasonably small package. What I'm talking about is ISO performance. It's all good all the way up to ISO 3200, and ISO 6400 is surviveable, especially if you shoot RAW. That's about 1.5-2 stops better than a micro 4/3rds. The 18-55 kit lens is decently sharp. Too bad you can't get too close to do macro shots (you'll have to get a close-up filter kit, which is another inconvenience). I can't comment on the 16mm prime, since I don't have it. For [...] shipped with kit zoom lens, that's quite a deal. The autofocus is pretty fast, though sometimes it has to hunt a little, especially in the dark. In most cases it's about as fast as my brother's Panasonic GF1, which is commendable. As you probably already know, the flash comes as a hotshoe add-on (included with purchase). It screws on to lock. It's pretty well diffused but quite weak in range. The operation is pretty simple: flip up to activate flash, flip down to deactivate. The panoramic mode is very well done. It is smooth and intuitive, and the results usually come out great. Operation is pretty fast, though is you set it to auto review after ever shot (which everyone does) and then try to zoom in during the review, it will lag for a second or two. The 720p movies are fantastic in quality. Built-in stereo mic. Sounds pretty good without having to get the hotshoe High resolution LCD screen is always nice. Plus it tilts up and down so you don't have to find a stool to stand on to take that really wide angle downwards picture. The arrangement of the interface is quite horrible. Why does it take so many button presses to get to where I can change ISO? Same for white balance. Why can't I set ISO parameters to, say, between 200 and 3200? There a DEDICATED button for tips. Really? Someone from Sony's engineering department thought it was a great idea to throw away all the important buttons and make a dedicated button for helpful tips? One can make the argument that it is geared towards "point-and-shoot" customers, but is that really a valid excuse? Is it so hard to get an APS-C sized sensor in a live-view-oriented body with decent controls? For $550 I'm not going to cry too much about it, but I have to say I was strongly considering the GF1 despite the higher price and huge loss in ISO performance. Just saying, Sony could've made the choice much more obvious by making a more pro-friendly interface and button layout. UPDATE 2010-12-08: Apparently firmware update gives some interface customization options that make life a lot better. You can now map two of the soft keys to do something other than shooting tips. Changing from 4/5 to 5/5 stars.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally, the perfect camera!
*by J***T on June 25, 2010*

I have been waiting a lifetime for this camera and it was worth the wait! It provides excellent quality shots in the smallest possible sized body. I am a point-and-shoot user who has been disappointed with the photo quality that comes from even expensive point-and-shoot cameras but who has never bought a DSLR because I knew I would never want to lug one around. If this describes you, then this is your perfect camera. Or, if you own a DSLR and use 5% or less of the features on your camera, this is also the camera for you. On the other hand, if you're a skilled DSLR user, skip this camera because you'll be frustrated the compromises that make this camera a smart choice for the average consumer. Why is this camera "perfect" if you're a typical or even advanced point-and-shoot user? COMPARED WITH POINT-AND-SHOOTS, you'll immediately see the following improvements: - Low light/indoor shots are dramatically better - Quicker shutter response time - Ability to do continuous shooting at 7 frames per second and other DSLR-like features - Great HD video COMPARED WITH DSLRs, you get: - A much smaller camera than a DSLR that you can actually carry around on a regular basis - As good or better HD video because of the advanced auto-focus technology in the Sony Alpha Nex which does a better job of continuous auto-focus than the average DSLR - Photo quality that is comparable to a DSLR for the average user (again, if you're an advanced DSLR user, skip this camera) - An easier-to-use camera that was designed to make the most important features very accessible with the advanced features tucked away in the menus. The advanced features are there if you need them but if you're more likely to set the camera on the auto setting, you won't need the advanced stuff much and will appreciate how straight-forward the camera is to use. COMPARED WITH OTHER WANNABE PERFECT CAMERAS, you'll be glad you waited for the Sony Alpha Nex because it's: - Smaller in size than the other options - Has better photo performance due to the larger APS-C sensor (12X the size of a typical point-and-shoot and also significantly larger than the competitive Micro Four Thirds sensor) - Has better video performance - Is similar or cheaper in price Other wannabe "perfect cameras" I've considered and almost purchased have all been "Micro Four-Thirds" cameras, which owned this category of cameras before the arrival of the Sony Alpha Nex. Panasonic Lumix GF1: Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 12.1MP Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 14-45mm Lens Olympus PEN E-PL1: Olympus PEN E-PL1 12.3MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens (Black) And I am glad I waited. The Sony Alpha Nex has better photo and video performance than both, a smaller form factor than both and is cheaper than the Panasonic (though slightly more expensive than the Olympus which cut its price when the Sony was announced). As for the Nex-3 vs Nex-5, if you care about the dollars involved in the price difference, then you should get the Nex-3. Three key differences are not really worth the added cost if you're looking to maximize value: (1) the typical user will not see a noticeable difference between the higher 1080i video resolution in the Nex-5 vs the 720p resolution in the Nex-3 (and I have a hard time believing that home movies can even benefit from the higher resolution). (2) The Nex-5 has a metal body vs plastic for the Nex-3 which is an aesthetic nice-to-have but not a need-to-have. (3) The Nex-5 is marginally smaller in two of the three dimensions (0.2 inch and 0.1 inch). Because of the overall size of the camera with its lens, shaving a little off of the height and width just won't make a practical difference. Spend your savings on stuff that will actually impact how you use the camera like a spare battery or a larger memory card. Other things to note: - The flash is small and detachable, and it's different than almost any other camera you're considering. PRO: you don't need it often because of the great low-light performance and you get a more compact camera as a result. CON: there's a part you can lose or forget to bring with you if you really need it. - If you're looking to own multiple lenses, there aren't many available lenses directly compatible with the camera and they're expensive compared to competing lines. But for the advanced point-and-shoot user, you don't need multiple lenses; just the 18-55mm or if you splurge, the 18-200mm when it comes out (expected fall 2010). But if you have the 18-200mm, the even larger lens starts to erode the benefit of the small body. - While this is very compact compared to a DSLR, it's not really going to fit in a pocket (though it will fit into a purse). The lens still juts out like on a DSLR so it won't be portable like an ultra-compact point-and-shoot. But for high quality shots, there isn't a smaller camera than this one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really Good Pics--Easy to Use
*by J***F on January 18, 2012*

I bought an expensive--for me anyway--Sony DSLR and was not happy with the complexity of use or the quality of the pics. Plus the size and weight of the DSLR was a pain. I got better pics with a Lumix point and shoot and with a Sony H50 than with the DSLR. So I sold it at a loss and bought the NEX-3. Really glad I did. I got better pics from day 1 than with the DSLR and the NEX is easier to use, while still giving lots of options and interchangeable lenses. Good in low light without the flash. The video is also good, though I did not buy it for video. I am pleased with this camera's all around performance though I have not been able to get great results on freezing moving subjects yet. Probably me, not the camera. I have only the 18-55mm lens--got it for the flexibility. Can't see much use for the 16mm. I am going to add a screw on 2.5x adapter lens using a 49-52mm converter ring to extend the range rather than pay through the nose for the 55-200mm lens. I also bought the LA_EA1 AF adapter so I could use my 55-200 SAL Sony A-mount lens with this camera. That's another story and I will review that separately. If I lost this camera today, I would buy another one tomorrow.

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