Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released April 2010
- New Model is Samsung NX11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Introduced July 2020
- Replaced the Sony A7S II
Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Overview
Following is a extended review of the Samsung NX10 and Sony A7S III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the NX10 (APS-C) and A7S III (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX10 was launched 11 years prior to the A7S III which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX10 matches up vs the A7S III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX10 & Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Sony A7S III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Sony A7S III
NX10 | A7S III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Samsung NX10
A7S III | NX10 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | April 2010 | More modern by 125 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 614k | Sharper display (+826k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX10 and Sony A7S III
NX10 | A7S III | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX10 comes with external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S III has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX10 and Sony A7S III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX10 against the A7S III.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX10 and A7S III is 80 and 61 respectively.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX10 and A7S III.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX10 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX10 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony A7S III Specifications
Samsung NX10 | Sony Alpha A7S III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX10 | Sony Alpha A7S III |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-04-07 | 2020-07-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIM Engine | Bionz XR |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | 9,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.91x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lbs) | 699g (1.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 572 | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 600 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Price at release | $626 | $3,499 |