Sony NEX-C3 manual focus test by Digitalrev (+ in Stock status)


Digitalrev tested which mirrorless camera is the best for manual focusing with third party lenses. They compared the new [shoplink 7207]Sony NEX-C3[/shoplink] with the Olympus E-P3 and Panasonic GF3. Just look at the video to see the winner!

Sony will soon announce the NEX-7 and NEX-5N but as I have already told you those cameras will be in Stock in October only. So if you need a NEX camera now take a look at the NEX-C3 which is now in Stock in most stores. Here is the US-Europe Stock status check:
The Black NEX-C3 with 18-55mm lens is now in Stock in US at Amazon (Click here) and [shoplink 7207 ebay]eBay (via european/asian resellers)[/shoplink] Almost all different NEX-C3 kits and color options are in Stock in Europe at Amazon.de, Amazon.uk, Redcoon.pl, Redcoon.es, and [shoplink 7207 ebay]eBay[/shoplink].

New Sony NEX-C3 reviews and in Stock status.

[shoplink 7207][/shoplink] Electronista (Click here) tested the new Sony NEX-C3: “And yet, with those limits in mind, we really liked shooting with the C3. As small as it is, the camera produces good quality with little adjustment. Whatever you might think about the speed of the interface, it’s simple and does a good job of making photography accessible without leaving experienced photographers stranded by the side of the road. Most surprising was its tendency to punch above its weight class for noise. Many mirrorless interchangeables flounder past ISO 800, but the NEX-C3 has just enough extra performance to go a notch further.”

Also Wired (Click here) tested the Sony NEX-C3: “Incredibly small and light, considering the large sensor and bevy of features inside. Excellent low light performance with DSLR-like low noise images at high ISOs. Tilting 3-inch LCD screen for composing over-the-head “Hail Mary” shots is helpful. Takes 400 shots on a single charge, so leave the battery charger at home. Comes in silver, black or pink.”

UPDATE: Also Cnet Asia (Click here) wrote about the NEX-C3: “With its beginner-friendly features and simple user interface, we think the NEX-C3 is a good entry-level option for first-time users who want something light and portable. In addition, seasoned users who are sticklers for image quality but are hesitant about making the move to ILCs may find this camera a worthy purchase.”

The Sony NEX-C3 is now in Stock at B&Hphoto, Digitalrev, Amazon.de, Amazon.uk, Amazon.jp, Redcoon.pl, Redcoon.es, and [shoplink 7207 ebay]eBay[/shoplink] (Click on shop names).

NEX-C3 and A35 will be in Stock in USA in 2 weeks. First cameras on eBay.

I just got an email from BHphoto which says they will have the NEX-C3 and A35 in Stock by mid August. They are now taking preorders on the Sony NEX-C3 (Click here) and on the Sony A35 (Click here). If you ae in hurry you can get the NEX-C3 on [shoplink 7207 ebay]eBay (Click here)[/shoplink] but they are sold by asian resellers. German readers can also find 2 cameras in Stock at [shoplink 7852 ebay]Redcoon via eBay (Click here)[/shoplink].

First Sony A35 and NEX-C3 cameras in Stock in european stores! Soon in Stock in US too!

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The last two announced cameras are now in Stock ins some eurpean stores:
The new Sony NEX-C3 is in Stock at Amazon Deutschland (Click here), Amazon France (Click here) and Amazon UK (Click here) will have it in Stock on August 1.
You can get the A35 at Amazon France (Click here) and Amazon UK (Click here).

And there is one more news for our US readers.BHphoto is now taking preorders on the Sony NEX-C3 (Click here) and on the Sony A35 (Click here). That means they will have them in Stock soon!