Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100
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Photography Glossary Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A35, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A35 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX1000 was manufactured 8 months later than the A35 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX1000 scores against the A35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony A35
| NX1000 | A35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2012 |  | September 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Samsung NX1000
| A35 | NX1000 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A35
| NX1000 | A35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 921k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 has outside dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1000 and the A35.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and A35 is 90 and 69 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1000 and A35.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent NX1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A35 Specifications
| Samsung NX1000 | Sony SLT-A35 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX1000 | Sony SLT-A35 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2012-04-19 | 2011-09-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | 15 |
| Cross focus points | - | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Amount of lenses | 32 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| 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 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 lb) | 415g (0.91 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 72 | 74 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 23.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light score | 840 | 763 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 pictures | 440 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $388 | $598 |
