Samsung NX10 vs Sony A58

The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX10 versus Sony A58, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and A58 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX10 was introduced 4 years before the A58 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the NX10 scores against the A58 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX10 and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX10 comes with outside 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) whilst the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX10 versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX10 and the A58.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and A58 is 80 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX10 and A58.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A58 to provide extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged NX10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.