Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 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)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 630g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Refreshed by Sony A560
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A500, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A500 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Galaxy NX was introduced 3 years later than the A500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy NX matches up versus the A500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A500
Galaxy NX | A500 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | August 2009 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A500 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A500 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A500
Galaxy NX | A500 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy NX has got physical 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 A500 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the A500.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and A500 is 82 and 63 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy NX and A500.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy NX to resolve more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy NX provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A500 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2009-08-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4272 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 4.8" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lb) | 630 gr (1.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 pictures | 520 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
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/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,300 | $638 |