Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 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
- Launched April 2010
- Later Model is Samsung NX11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and W310 (12MP) and the NX10 (APS-C) and W310 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX10 was manufactured 3 months after the W310 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the NX10 matches up versus the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Sony W310
NX10 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung NX10
W310 | NX10 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX10 and Sony W310
NX10 | W310 | |||
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Launched | April 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX10 has external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX10 versus the W310.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX10 and W310 is 80 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX10 and W310.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX10 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX10 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively.
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Samsung NX10 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung NX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-04-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
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 focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) | 137 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 572 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $626 | $150 |