Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A7c

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A7c, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the A7c (24MP) is pretty close but the NX1000 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1000 was released 9 years before the A7c which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX1000 scores versus the A7c with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 comes with exterior dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX1000 compared to the A7c.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and A7c is 90 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1000 and A7c.

All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX1000 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A7c will render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged NX1000 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.