Samsung NX1 vs Sony A700
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed September 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Introduced December 2007
- Previous Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Later Model is Sony A77
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The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A700, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A700 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX1 was introduced 6 years after the A700 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX1 scores vs the A700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A700
| NX1 | A700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2014 |  | December 2007 | Newer by 83 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1036k |  | 920k | Crisper display (+116k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Samsung NX1
| A700 | NX1 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A700
| NX1 | A700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 has got exterior dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1 and the A700.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and A700 is 66 and 58 respectively.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and A700.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1 to result in extra detail using its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher NX1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A700 Specifications
| Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2014-09-15 | 2007-12-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DRIMe 5 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 28 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 4272 x 2848 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 209 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | 153 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,036 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 15.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
| 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 | - |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
| Video file format | H.265 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) | 768 gr (1.69 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 83 | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.2 | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 11.9 |
| DXO Low light score | 1363 | 581 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 500 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BP1900 | NP-FM500H |
| Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | Two |
| Pricing at release | $1,500 | $1,000 |
