Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A33

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A33, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A33 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was launched 21 months later than the A33 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX1000 scores against the A33 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 and Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 has physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A33 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX1000 against the A33.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and A33 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1000 and A33.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX1000 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer NX1000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.