Samsung NX100 vs Sony a3500

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung NX100 and Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and a3500 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX100 was launched 4 years before the a3500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX100 grades against the a3500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 features external measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX100 and the a3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and a3500 is 88 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and a3500.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony a3500 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.