Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced July 2010
- Replaced the Sony A380
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A390, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A390 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Galaxy NX was announced 2 years later than the A390 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the A390 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A390
Galaxy NX | A390 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | July 2010 | More recent by 36 months | |
Display size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A390 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A390
Galaxy NX | A390 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX has got external measurements 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 A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A390 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the A390.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and A390 is 82 and 66 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and A390.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to offer you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger Galaxy NX should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A390 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-06-20 | 2010-07-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
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 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 lb) | 549g (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 607 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 230 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,300 | $500 |