Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced August 2019
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX1 was introduced 6 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the NX1 grades vs the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1 and Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony A6100
NX1 | A6100 | |||
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Display resolution | 1036k | 922k | Clearer display (+114k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Samsung NX1
A6100 | NX1 | |||
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Announced | August 2019 | September 2014 | More modern by 60 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony A6100
NX1 | A6100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX1 has outer measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the NX1 compared to the A6100.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and A6100 is 66 and 81 respectively.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and A6100.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1 to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged NX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX1 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-09-15 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe 5 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 425 |
Cross type focus points | 153 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,036 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video 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) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) | 396 gr (0.87 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 420 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1900 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,500 | $748 |