Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 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
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Announced July 2008
- Successor is Sony A230
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A200 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NX1 was released 6 years after the A200 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the NX1 grades against the A200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A200
NX1 | A200 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | July 2008 | Newer by 76 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 230k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Samsung NX1
A200 | NX1 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A200
NX1 | A200 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1 features exterior dimensions 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 A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1 compared to the A200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and A200 is 66 and 66 respectively.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and A200.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX1 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent NX1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A200 Specifications
Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-09-15 | 2008-07-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | 209 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 153 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,036 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | - |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video data format | H.265 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lb) | 572g (1.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 83 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.2 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 1363 | 521 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1900 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | Compact Flash |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,500 | $100 |