Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 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
- Released September 2010
- Updated by Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX100 versus Sony WX220, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WX220 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX100 scores versus the WX220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sony WX220
NX100 | WX220 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Clearer display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Samsung NX100
WX220 | NX100 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | September 2010 | More modern by 41 months |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX220
NX100 | WX220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 provides exterior measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony WX220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX100 versus the WX220.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and WX220 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and WX220.
To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX220 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-09-14 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 614 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | VGA AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 282 grams (0.62 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 563 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 210 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $386 | $198 |