Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 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
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W730, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and W730 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Galaxy NX was unveiled 6 months later than the W730 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony W730
Galaxy NX | W730 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
W730 | Galaxy NX |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W730
Galaxy NX | W730 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2013 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W730 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy NX against the W730.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and W730 is 82 and 96 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy NX and W730.
As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Galaxy NX using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W730 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-20 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 4.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | HD TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $1,300 | $138 |