Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Launched September 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Introduced September 2020
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A7c, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the A7c (24MP) is pretty similar but the NX1 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX1 was unveiled 7 years prior to the A7c which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX1 matches up versus the A7c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A7c
NX1 | A7c | |||
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Screen resolution | 1036k | 922k | Crisper screen (+114k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Samsung NX1
A7c | NX1 | |||
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Introduced | September 2020 | September 2014 | More modern by 73 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A7c
NX1 | A7c | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 enjoys physical 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 A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the NX1 versus the A7c.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and A7c is 66 and 78 respectively.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and A7c.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged NX1 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7c Specifications
Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha A7c |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-09-15 | 2020-09-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 693 |
Cross type focus points | 153 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,036 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) | 509 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 83 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1363 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 740 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1900 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,500 | $1,800 |