Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000

Here is a complete review of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was announced 6 months before the a5000 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy NX matches up versus the a5000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Alpha a5000. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with outer measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony a5000 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the a5000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and a5000 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and a5000.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account.