Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6
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62 Features
76 Overall
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85 Imaging
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76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
- Revealed March 2013
- New Model is Sony A6000
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Galaxy NX was introduced 3 months later than the NEX-6 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the Galaxy NX matches up vs the NEX-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony NEX-6
Galaxy NX | NEX-6 | |||
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Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
NEX-6 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony NEX-6
Galaxy NX | NEX-6 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | March 2013 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy NX offers outside 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 NEX-6 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony NEX-6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the NEX-6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and NEX-6 is 82 and 85 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and NEX-6.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha NEX-6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-06-20 | 2013-03-25 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 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, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 pounds) | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1018 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 images | 360 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,300 | $365 |