Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
67
81 Imaging
69 Features
88 Overall
76
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched August 2019
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Galaxy NX was manufactured 7 years prior to the A6100 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the A6100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Alpha a6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A6100
Galaxy NX | A6100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A6100 | Galaxy NX | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | August 2019 | June 2013 | Newer by 75 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A6100
Galaxy NX | A6100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 922k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys outer measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Check the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the A6100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and A6100 is 82 and 81 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and A6100.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A6100 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2019-08-28 |
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 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) | 396 gr (0.87 lbs) |
Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 420 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $1,300 | $748 |