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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
66
Imaging
67
Features
90
Overall
76
Samsung NX1 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Samsung NX1
(Full Review)
  • 28MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
  • Revealed September 2014
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Revealed October 2017
  • Replaced the Sony A7R II
  • Newer Model is Sony A7R IV
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Overview

The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX1 scores against the A7R III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A7R III

 NX1 A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Samsung NX1

 A7R III NX1 
RevealedOctober 2017September 2014Newer by 37 months
Screen resolution1440k1036kClearer screen (+404k dot)

Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A7R III

 NX1 A7R III 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 offers physical measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the NX1 and the A7R III.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and A7R III is 66 and 63 respectively.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and A7R III.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R III will offer you extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung NX1 Portrait photography features
Sony A7R III Portrait photography features
80
manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (28 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
86
you can focus manually
MP count excellent (42MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung NX1
Street photography with Sony A7R III
74
screen tilts
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
features focus via touch
environment proof
lighter than competition in class (550 grams)
above average high ISO (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
79
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has focus via touch
weather proof
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung NX1 Sports photography factors
Sony A7R III Sports photography factors
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count fantastic (28MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
88
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count excellent (42MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
better than average battery pack (650 CIPA)
has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung NX1
Travel photography with Sony A7R III
74
lighter than competition in class (550g)
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
features focus via touch
megapixel count fantastic (28 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is not selfie friendly
73
better than average battery pack (650 shots)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
has focus via touch
MP count excellent (42MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung NX1 Landscape photography features
Sony A7R III Landscape photography features
78
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count fantastic (28 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
87
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count excellent (42 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (32,000)
supports RAW files
weather proof
better than average battery pack (650 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung NX1 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7R III as a Vlogging camera
34
touchscreen functionality
provides face detect focusing
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic socket
lighter than competition in class (550 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
36
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect autofocus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone support
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung NX1 and Sony A7R III
 Samsung NX1Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung NX1 Sony Alpha A7R III
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-09-15 2017-10-25
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor DRIMe 5 Bionz X
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 28 megapixels 42 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6480 x 4320 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 209 425
Cross focus points 153 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Samsung NX Sony E
Available lenses 32 121
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,036k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 15.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 11.00 m (ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes - Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video file format H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 550 grams (1.21 pounds) 657 grams (1.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 83 100
DXO Color Depth score 24.2 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score 13.2 14.7
DXO Low light score 1363 3523
Other
Battery life 500 images 650 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP1900 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 - 30 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots One Two
Price at release $1,500 $2,800