Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A68

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.