Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 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)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Older Model is Sony A300
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A330, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A330 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Galaxy NX was manufactured 4 years later than the A330 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Galaxy NX matches up vs the A330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A330
Galaxy NX | A330 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | May 2009 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A330 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A330
Galaxy NX | A330 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy NX has exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the A330.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and A330 is 82 and 67 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A330.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy NX to resolve more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger Galaxy NX is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A330 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-06-20 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 529 grams (1.17 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 230 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $1,300 | $545 |