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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58

Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67
Samsung Galaxy NX front
 
Sony SLT-A58 front
Portability
68
Imaging
62
Features
72
Overall
66

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy NX
(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
Sony A58
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 16000 (Increase to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
  • Introduced November 2013
  • Earlier Model is Sony A57
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A58, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was launched 5 months earlier than the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the A58 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A58

 Galaxy NX A58 
Display dimension4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Display resolution922k460kSharper display (+462k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 A58 Galaxy NX 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A58

 Galaxy NX A58 
IntroducedJune 2013November 2013Same generation
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX offers physical dimensions 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 A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy NX vs the A58.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and A58 is 82 and 68 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy NX and A58.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography info
Sony A58 Portrait photography info
77
has manual focus
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has face detection focus
exports RAW formats
77
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography features
Sony A58 Street photography features
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
includes focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (495 grams)
78
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
Sports photography with Sony A58
72
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
better than average battery power (440 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
81
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
good battery pack (690 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
Travel photography with Sony A58
68
better than average battery power (440 shots)
includes focus via touch
good MP (20MP)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (495 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
63
good battery pack (690 CIPA)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
Landscape photography with Sony A58
73
has manual focus
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (4.8 inch)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (440 shots)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
70
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
good battery pack (690 per charge)
small screen (2.7")
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Vlogging camera
Sony A58 as a Vlogging camera
34
touchscreen capability
has face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has external mic support
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (495g)
35
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A58 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A58
 Samsung Galaxy NXSony SLT-A58
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy NX Sony SLT-A58
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2013-06-20 2013-11-27
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DRIMe IV -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.2 x 15.4mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 357.3mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 5456 x 3632
Maximum native ISO 25600 16000
Maximum enhanced ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 15
Cross focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount Samsung NX Sony/Minolta Alpha
Total lenses 32 143
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.6
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 4.8 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 922k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology HD TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.65x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/6000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 9.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 10.00 m (@ ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 495g (1.09 lbs) 492g (1.08 lbs)
Dimensions 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 74
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.3
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.5
DXO Low light score not tested 753
Other
Battery life 440 pictures 690 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $1,300 $645