Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced March 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Announced August 2013
- Replacement is Sony a3500
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NX mini (1") and A3000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX mini was launched 7 months later than the A3000 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the NX mini matches up against the A3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony A3000
NX mini | A3000 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | August 2013 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Samsung NX mini
A3000 | NX mini |
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Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony A3000
NX mini | A3000 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini has exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the NX mini versus the A3000.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and A3000 is 93 and 69 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and A3000.
All in all, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX mini featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 0.5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger NX mini will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX mini | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-03-19 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 2 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Mic 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 196g (0.43 lbs) | 411g (0.91 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photographs | 470 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | B740 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $530 | $398 |