Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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64 Imaging
66 Features
70 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed November 2015
- Superseded the Sony A65
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A68, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Galaxy NX was announced 3 years before the A68 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the A68 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A68
Galaxy NX | A68 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
A68 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Revealed | November 2015 | June 2013 | More recent by 28 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A68
Galaxy NX | A68 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy NX features outer dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
See the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony A68 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy NX vs the A68.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and A68 is 82 and 64 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A68.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A68 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older Galaxy NX is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A68 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony SLT-A68 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2015-11-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) | 610 grams (1.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 pictures | 510 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $1,300 | $581 |