Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3
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89 Imaging
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Released September 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced June 2010
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-C3
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Here is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX100 was brought out 4 months later than the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the NX100 grades vs the NEX-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sony NEX-3
| NX100 | NEX-3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Samsung NX100
| NEX-3 | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 614k | Sharper screen (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sony NEX-3
| NX100 | NEX-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2010 |  | June 2010 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX100 against the NEX-3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and NEX-3 is 88 and 89 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and NEX-3.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX100 to render extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
| Samsung NX100 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX100 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2010-09-14 | 2010-06-07 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DRIMe Engine | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Total lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | VGA AMOLED | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 282 grams (0.62 pounds) | 297 grams (0.65 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 62 | 68 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 22.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | 12.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 563 | 830 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 420 pictures | 330 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP1130 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $386 | $0 |
