Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A57

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A57, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A57 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was announced 10 months after the A57 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades against the A57 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony SLT-A57. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A57 has dimensions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A57 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the A57.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and A57 is 82 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A57.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy NX to give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy NX should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.