Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was unveiled 23 months prior to the a3500 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NX1000 matches up against the a3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha a3500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1000 has got physical dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the NX1000 versus the a3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and a3500 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1000 and a3500.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged NX1000 will be behind in sensor technology.