Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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53 Imaging
52 Features
77 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- 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 - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1051g - 133 x 94 x 127mm
- Introduced March 2016
- Succeeded the Sony RX10 II
- Replacement is Sony RX10 IV

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony RX10 III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is relatively close but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and RX10 III (1") provide totally different sensor size.

The Galaxy NX was introduced 3 years before the RX10 III and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Galaxy NX matches up versus the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony RX10 III
Galaxy NX | RX10 III | |||
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Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 III over the Samsung Galaxy NX
RX10 III | Galaxy NX | |||
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Introduced | March 2016 | ![]() | June 2013 | More recent by 33 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper screen (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony RX10 III
Galaxy NX | RX10 III | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX has got external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy NX and the RX10 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and RX10 III is 82 and 53 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and RX10 III.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Galaxy NX has the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The older Galaxy NX will be behind in sensor technology.

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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX10 III Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2016-03-29 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
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 | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 lb) | 1051g (2.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 133 x 94 x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 472 |
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 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,300 | $1,398 |