Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced June 2013
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A380, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A380 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy NX was unveiled 3 years later than the A380 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy NX matches up versus the A380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A380
Galaxy NX | A380 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | August 2009 | More recent by 47 months | |
Display sizing | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A380 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A380
Galaxy NX | A380 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX has exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A380 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
See the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A380 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy NX vs the A380.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and A380 is 82 and 68 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A380.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to produce greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy NX is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A380 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-06-20 | 2009-08-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 4.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) | 519 gr (1.14 lbs) |
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 Overall score | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 500 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,300 | $899 |