Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210
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Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Refreshed by Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Released August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Newer Model is Samsung NX300
Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Samsung NX100 versus Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are sold by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and NX210 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX100 was introduced 23 months prior to the NX210 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NX100 grades vs the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Samsung NX210
NX100 | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Samsung NX100
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Released | August 2012 | September 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Samsung NX210
NX100 | NX210 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 614k | 614k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 has got outside measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX100 versus Samsung NX210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the NX100 and the NX210.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and NX210 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and NX210.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX210 to show more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older NX100 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX100 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX100 | Samsung NX210 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-09-14 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | VGA AMOLED | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 282 gr (0.62 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 62 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.7 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 563 | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $386 | $625 |