Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced August 2011
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3
- Updated by Sony NEX-F3
Photography Glossary Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX1000 was revealed 9 months after the NEX-C3 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX1000 matches up versus the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony NEX-C3
| NX1000 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2012 |  | August 2011 | More modern by 9 months |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Samsung NX1000
| NEX-C3 | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony NEX-C3
| NX1000 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1000 has got outer measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX1000 compared to the NEX-C3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and NEX-C3 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and NEX-C3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher NX1000 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
| Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2012-04-19 | 2011-08-22 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt 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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 225g (0.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 72 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light score | 840 | 1083 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 images | 400 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BC1030 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $388 | $343 |
