Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 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
- Introduced April 2010
- Refreshed by Samsung NX11
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Introduced September 2014
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung NX10 versus Sony QX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and QX1 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe NX10 was revealed 5 years earlier than the QX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX10 scores versus the QX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX10 & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Sony QX1
NX10 | QX1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 0k | Clearer display (+614k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Samsung NX10
QX1 | NX10 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | April 2010 | Newer by 53 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX10 and Sony QX1
NX10 | QX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX10 features outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Samsung NX10 versus Sony QX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the NX10 and the QX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX10 and QX1 is 80 and 90 respectively.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX10 and QX1.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony QX1 to offer you more detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung NX10 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Samsung NX10 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX10 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Lens-style |
Introduced | 2010-04-07 | 2014-09-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIM Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | - |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 216g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 572 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 440 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $626 | $500 |