Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 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
- Introduced September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Revealed February 2009
Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and T900 (12MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX100 was launched 20 months later than the T900 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the NX100 grades against the T900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sony T900
NX100 | T900 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung NX100
T900 | NX100 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sony T900
NX100 | T900 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 offers external dimensions 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 Sony T900 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the NX100 vs the T900.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and T900 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and T900.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX100 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX100 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger NX100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-09-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe 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 | 15 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | VGA AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 282 grams (0.62 lb) | 143 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 563 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $386 | $300 |