Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-3N

Following is a extended overview of the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was launched 10 months earlier than the NEX-3N and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX1000 matches up against the NEX-3N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 features physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the NX1000 and the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and NEX-3N is 90 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and NEX-3N.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX1000 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged NX1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.