Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-F3
- Replacement is Sony a5000
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-3N, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GX-1S was manufactured 8 years prior to the NEX-3N which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX-1S grades against the NEX-3N when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony NEX-3N
GX-1S | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Samsung GX-1S
NEX-3N | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | January 2006 | Newer by 86 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Clearer screen (+250k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-3N
GX-1S | NEX-3N | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys external measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GX-1S compared to the NEX-3N.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and NEX-3N is 68 and 89 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and NEX-3N.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony NEX-3N to offer more detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2006-01-16 | 2013-02-25 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 210k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605g (1.33 lb) | 269g (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $850 | $399 |