Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7 III

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively similar but the NX1 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the A7 III which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX1 matches up against the A7 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 has got external measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1 compared to the A7 III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and A7 III is 66 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and A7 III.

To sum up, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1 will offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged NX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.