Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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88 Imaging
55 Features
86 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Revealed May 2020
- Successor is Sony ZV-1 II
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony ZV-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very well matched but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy NX was announced 8 years prior to the ZV-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades vs the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony ZV-1
Galaxy NX | ZV-1 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
ZV-1 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Revealed | May 2020 | June 2013 | Fresher by 84 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony ZV-1
Galaxy NX | ZV-1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 922k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX offers physical measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy NX and the ZV-1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and ZV-1 is 82 and 88 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and ZV-1.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The Galaxy NX uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler. The older Galaxy NX is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Sony ZV-1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-20 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 495g (1.09 lb) | 294g (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
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 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $750 |