Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-C3

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.