Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 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
- Released April 2012
- New Model is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
Photography Glossary Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX1000 was launched 16 months later than the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX1000 matches up against the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony WX9
| NX1000 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2012 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 16 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Samsung NX1000
| WX9 | NX1000 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony WX9
| NX1000 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 921k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1000 offers external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the NX1000 and the WX9.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and WX9 is 90 and 99 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and WX9.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX1000 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher NX1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
| Samsung NX1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung NX1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2012-04-19 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| 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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 lb) | - |
| Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 840 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $388 | $188 |