Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A580

Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A580, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A580 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was manufactured 11 months later than the A580 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX1000 grades vs the A580 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 comes with outside dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the NX1000 against the A580.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and A580 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and A580.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung NX1000 to produce more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher NX1000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.