Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 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
- Introduced April 2012
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Superseded the Sony A65
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A68, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe NX1000 was introduced 4 years earlier than the A68 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the NX1000 scores versus the A68 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sony A68
NX1000 | A68 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Samsung NX1000
A68 | NX1000 | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | April 2012 | More recent by 43 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A68
NX1000 | A68 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1000 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A68 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the NX1000 and the A68.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and A68 is 90 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and A68.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A68 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older NX1000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Samsung NX1000 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX1000 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-04-19 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic 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 | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | 610 grams (1.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 840 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | 510 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $388 | $581 |