Sony NEX-F3 review

An entry-level CSC with a tilting screen and built-in flash

Sony NEX-F3 review
This compact system camera features the same Bionz processing engine as the Alpha 77

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Images taken at high sensitivities show low levels of noise.

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Auto white balance tends to leave images with a cool cast, but this can be adjusted easily.

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Autofocus can struggle in low light conditions

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Adjusting exposure settings is easy, thanks to the direct nature of the controls

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Images from the NEX-F3 show good dynamic range

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Images are sharp and packed with detail

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Evenly lit scenes often require no exposure compensation

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+1 EV exposure compensation was required for these contrasty scenes

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The relatively large APS-C sized sensor makes it easier to blur backgrounds, isolating your subject.