Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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77 Imaging
60 Features
73 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Successor is Sony A7S II
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A7S (12MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) boast different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy NX was introduced 9 months before the A7S so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the A7S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A7S
Galaxy NX | A7S | |||
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Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A7S | Galaxy NX | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | June 2013 | More recent by 9 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 922k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A7S
Galaxy NX | A7S | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony A7S has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy NX against the A7S.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and A7S is 82 and 77 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and A7S.
As you can see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy NX using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Galaxy NX is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7S Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-06-20 | 2014-04-06 |
Body design | 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 dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 489 grams (1.08 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 rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $1,300 | $1,998 |