Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000
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76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Launched April 2014
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-6
- Replacement is Sony A6300
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Below, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A6000 (24MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Galaxy NX was unveiled 10 months earlier than the A6000 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the A6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A6000
| Galaxy NX | A6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 4.8" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| A6000 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2014 |  | June 2013 | Newer by 10 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A6000
| Galaxy NX | A6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 922k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX features external dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A6000 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy NX vs the A6000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and A6000 is 82 and 85 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A6000.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A6000 to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6000 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a6000 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-06-20 | 2014-04-23 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
| 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 | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 179 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 922k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| 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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 344 grams (0.76 lb) |
| Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 82 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 images | 360 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
| Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $1,300 | $548 |