Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500
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![Samsung NX1000 front Samsung NX1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX1000_0.jpg)
![Sony Alpha a3500 front Sony Alpha a3500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-a3500/Sony-a3500-front.jpg)
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 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
- Introduced April 2012
- Refreshed by Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched March 2014
- Succeeded the Sony A3000
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Overview
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.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony a3500
NX1000 | a3500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Samsung NX1000
a3500 | NX1000 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | Newer by 23 months |
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony a3500
NX1000 | a3500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 size comparison Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX1000-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and a3500 is 90 and 69 respectively.
![Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 top view buttons comparison Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX1000-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 sensor size comparison Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-NX1000-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX1000-vs-Sony-Alpha-a3500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-04-19 | 2014-03-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 411g (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 840 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | 470 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $388 | $398 |