Samsung NX1 vs Sony NEX-3

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung NX1 and Sony NEX-3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX1 was introduced 4 years after the NEX-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the NX1 grades against the NEX-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. 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) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has specifications of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX1 and Sony NEX-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX1 compared to the NEX-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and NEX-3 is 66 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and NEX-3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern NX1 will have an advantage in sensor technology.