Samsung NX10 vs Sony a3500

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung NX10 and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and a3500 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX10 was revealed 5 years prior to the a3500 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX10 grades versus the a3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX10 and Sony Alpha a3500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX10 provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX10 and Sony a3500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the NX10 vs the a3500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and a3500 is 80 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX10 and a3500.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony a3500 to give you greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older NX10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.