Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX5
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76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX5 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
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010
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In this article, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony TX5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy NX was announced 3 years after the TX5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the TX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony TX5
| Galaxy NX | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 41 months |
| Display sizing | 4.8" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| TX5 | Galaxy NX |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony TX5
| Galaxy NX | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy NX provides physical dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony TX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy NX against the TX5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and TX5 is 82 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and TX5.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung Galaxy NX will render extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy NX provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX5 Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-06-20 | 2010-02-18 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 2.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
| Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 440 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $1,300 | $239 |