Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3
66 Imaging
67 Features
90 Overall
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62 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
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Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 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 - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released February 2021

Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

The NX1 was unveiled 7 years prior to the FX3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the NX1 scores vs the FX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 and Sony FX3. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Sony FX3
NX1 | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Samsung NX1
FX3 | NX1 | |||
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Released | February 2021 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 78 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper screen (+404k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX1 and Sony FX3
NX1 | FX3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 provides physical measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the NX1 against the FX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and FX3 is 66 and 62 respectively.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and FX3.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will result in extra detail having an extra 16MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged NX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX1 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Samsung NX1 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1 | Sony FX3 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-09-15 | 2021-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 759 |
Cross focus points | 153 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,036 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550 gr (1.21 lb) | 716 gr (1.58 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 83 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.2 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1363 | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | 600 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1900 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Launch price | $1,500 | $3,900 |