Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370
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62 Features
76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 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
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and W370 (14MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and W370 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Galaxy NX was introduced 3 years after the W370 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the W370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony W370
Galaxy NX | W370 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
W370 | Galaxy NX |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W370
Galaxy NX | W370 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX offers external dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy NX against the W370.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and W370 is 82 and 94 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy NX and W370.
All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy NX is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W370 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.6-5.6 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,300 | $230 |