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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V

Portability
66
Imaging
67
Features
90
Overall
76
Samsung NX1 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R V front
Portability
60
Imaging
84
Features
96
Overall
88

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Key Specs

Samsung NX1
(Full Review)
  • 28MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • 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 V
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
  • Launched October 2022
  • Previous Model is Sony A7R IV
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and A7R V (Full frame) enjoy different sensor size.

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The NX1 was revealed 9 years before the A7R V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX1 matches up vs the A7R V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A7R V

 NX1 A7R V 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Samsung NX1

 A7R V NX1 
LaunchedOctober 2022September 2014Newer by 98 months
Screen typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen dimension3.20"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2360k1036kSharper screen (+1324k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A7R V

 NX1 A7R V 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 offers physical dimensions 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 A7R V has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the NX1 against the A7R V.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and A7R V is 66 and 60 respectively.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V top view buttons comparison

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1 and A7R V.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R V will result in greater detail because of its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged NX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V sensor size comparison

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung NX1 Portrait photography highlights
Sony A7R V Portrait photography highlights
80
focusing manually
resolution is high (28 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
90
you can focus manually
MP count great (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung NX1
Street photography with Sony A7R V
74
screen tilts up and down
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
offers touch to focus
environment proofing
lighter than competitors (550g)
good ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
79
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
comes with focus by touch
weather proof
great ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung NX1 Sports photography info
Sony A7R V Sports photography info
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
resolution is high (28MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
92
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery power (600 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung NX1 Travel photography advice
Sony A7R V Travel photography advice
74
lighter than competitors (550g)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
offers touch to focus
resolution is high (28 megapixels)
built-in flash
display isn't selfie friendly
80
better than average battery power (600 per charge)
weather proof
has bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
MP count great (61MP)
selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung NX1 Landscape photography factors
Sony A7R V Landscape photography factors
78
focusing manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
resolution is high (28 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
89
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a good size (3.20 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count great (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
great ISO range (32,000)
exports RAW files
weather proof
better than average battery power (600 CIPA)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung NX1 Vlogging factors
Sony A7R V Vlogging factors
34
touchscreen capability
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic jack
lighter than competitors (550 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
80
selfie friendly screen
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection autofocus
great video quality (7680 x 4320 pxls)
does have external microphone support
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung NX1 and Sony A7R V
 Samsung NX1Sony Alpha A7R V
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung NX1 Sony Alpha A7R V
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-09-15 2022-10-26
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip DRIMe 5 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 28MP 61MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6480 x 4320 9504 x 6336
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 209 693
Cross focus points 153 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Samsung NX Sony E
Amount of lenses 32 187
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fully articulated
Display sizing 3 inches 3.20 inches
Resolution of display 1,036k dots 2,360k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 9,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.9x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 15.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 11.00 m (ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes - Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync.
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 7680x4320
Video format H.265 MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 550 grams (1.21 lbs) 723 grams (1.59 lbs)
Dimensions 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 83 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 24.2 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 13.2 not tested
DXO Low light score 1363 not tested
Other
Battery life 500 photos 600 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP1900 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 - 30 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots 1 Two
Retail pricing $1,500 $3,900