Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220
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76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and W220 (12MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and W220 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Galaxy NX was launched 4 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades against the W220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony W220
Galaxy NX | W220 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | January 2009 | More recent by 55 months | |
Display dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
W220 | Galaxy NX |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W220
Galaxy NX | W220 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy NX features exterior 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) while the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy NX and the W220.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and W220 is 82 and 95 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and W220.
All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy NX due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy NX provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 147 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,300 | $160 |