Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a3500
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a3500 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched March 2014
- Replaced the Sony A3000
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the a3500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony a3500
| Galaxy NX | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| a3500 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2014 |  | June 2013 | More recent by 9 months |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony a3500
| Galaxy NX | a3500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with external 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 a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy NX and the a3500.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and a3500 is 82 and 69 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and a3500.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older Galaxy NX will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a3500 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a3500 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2014-03-21 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DRIMe IV | BIONZ image |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest 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 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 411 grams (0.91 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 photographs | 470 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $1,300 | $398 |