Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3
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55 Features
54 Overall
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![Samsung NX100 front Samsung NX100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-NX100.jpg)
![Sony FX3 front Sony FX3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-FX3/Sony-FX3-front.jpg)
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65 Features
92 Overall
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 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
- Successor is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Announced February 2021
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony FX3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.
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The NX100 was released 11 years earlier than the FX3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the NX100 matches up versus the FX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 & Sony FX3. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sony FX3
NX100 | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Samsung NX100
FX3 | NX100 | |||
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Announced | February 2021 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 127 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper display (+826k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sony FX3
NX100 | FX3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equal display sizing |
Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 provides external dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX100 versus Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the NX100 vs the FX3.
![Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 size comparison Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX100-vs-Sony-FX3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and FX3 is 88 and 62 respectively.
![Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX100-vs-Sony-FX3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and FX3.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX100 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged NX100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-NX100-vs-Sony-FX3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX100-vs-Sony-FX3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX100 | Sony FX3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-09-14 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3.00" |
Resolution of display | 614 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | VGA AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 282 grams (0.62 pounds) | 716 grams (1.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 62 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 563 | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 600 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Pricing at launch | $386 | $3,900 |