Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched January 2014
- Successor is Sony A7 II
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A7 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) offer different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Galaxy NX was launched 7 months before the A7 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A7
Galaxy NX | A7 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A7 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | June 2013 | More modern by 7 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 922k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A7
Galaxy NX | A7 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with external dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy NX and the A7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and A7 is 82 and 78 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A7.
Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy NX featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha A7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 117 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | HD TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lb) | 474 gr (1.04 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | 340 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,300 | $798 |