Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a5000
90 Imaging
62 Features
60 Overall
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89 Imaging
62 Features
62 Overall
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a5000 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
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Released January 2014
- Old Model is Sony NEX-3N
- Newer Model is Sony a5100
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Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX1000 was manufactured 20 months prior to the a5000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX1000 scores versus the a5000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha a5000. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony a5000
| NX1000 | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Samsung NX1000
| a5000 | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2014 |  | April 2012 | More modern by 20 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony a5000
| NX1000 | a5000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NX1000 versus the a5000.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and a5000 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and a5000.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged NX1000 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony a5000 Specifications
| Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung NX1000 | Sony Alpha a5000 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2012-04-19 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dot | 461k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 72 | 79 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | 840 | 1089 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 images | 420 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $388 | $448 |