Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Key Specs
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- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Launched September 2014
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched May 2009
- Succeeded the Sony A300
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung NX1 and Sony A330, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A330 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX1 was launched 5 years after the A330 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX1 scores against the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A330
NX1 | A330 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | May 2009 | Newer by 65 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Clearer display (+806k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Samsung NX1
A330 | NX1 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A330
NX1 | A330 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 enjoys exterior 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 A330 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
Check out the Samsung NX1 and Sony A330 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX1 vs the A330.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and A330 is 66 and 67 respectively.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and A330.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung NX1 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger NX1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A330 Specifications
Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2014-09-15 | 2009-05-18 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe 5 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 153 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,036k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video format | H.265 | - |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lb) | 529g (1.17 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 83 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.2 | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1363 | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 230 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1900 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,500 | $545 |