Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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89 Imaging
62 Features
62 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000 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
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched January 2014
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3N
- Successor is Sony a5100
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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).
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony a5000
| Galaxy NX | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| a5000 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony a5000
| Galaxy NX | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | January 2014 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony a5000 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a5000 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 4.8" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | HD TFT LCD | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1089 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 shots | 420 shots |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $1,300 | $448 |