Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Revealed October 2016
- Previous Model is Sony A6300
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX mini versus Sony A6500, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the A6500 (24MP) is relatively close but the NX mini (1") and A6500 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX mini was announced 3 years earlier than the A6500 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NX mini grades versus the A6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha a6500. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony A6500
NX mini | A6500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Samsung NX mini
A6500 | NX mini | |||
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Revealed | October 2016 | March 2014 | Newer by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony A6500
NX mini | A6500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A6500 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX mini versus Sony A6500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX mini and the A6500.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and A6500 is 93 and 81 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and A6500.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A6500 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 3.5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX mini will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony A6500 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX mini | Sony Alpha a6500 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-03-19 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX-M | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 2 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/160s |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 196 grams (0.43 lbs) | 453 grams (1.00 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1405 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 pictures | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | B740 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $530 | $1,298 |