Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930
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76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced June 2013
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009
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The following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and S930 (10MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy NX was manufactured 4 years after the S930 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony S930
| Galaxy NX | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 55 months |
| Screen size | 4.8" |  | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+2.4") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 112k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| S930 | Galaxy NX |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony S930
| Galaxy NX | S930 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the S930.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and S930 is 82 and 94 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and S930.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will show more detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy NX should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony S930 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-06-20 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/2.9-5.4 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 4.8 inches | 2.4 inches |
| Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | HD TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 1/8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 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 | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
| 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 photos | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $1,300 | $219 |