Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Older Model is Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Launched October 2011
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5R
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-20 was introduced 4 years prior to the NEX-5N and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX-20 scores versus the NEX-5N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony NEX-5N
GX-20 | NEX-5N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Samsung GX-20
NEX-5N | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | October 2011 | January 2008 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony NEX-5N
GX-20 | NEX-5N | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 has got physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5N has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-20 and the NEX-5N.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and NEX-5N is 58 and 89 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and NEX-5N.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony NEX-5N to provide you with greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2008-01-24 | 2011-10-03 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
Available lenses | 151 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) | 269 grams (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 68 | 77 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 714 | 1079 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 460 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $850 | $550 |