Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V
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Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced December 2010
- Old Model is Samsung NX10
- Updated by Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Introduced July 2011
Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung NX11 versus Sony HX9V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very comparable but the NX11 (APS-C) and HX9V (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX11 was unveiled 6 months prior to the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the NX11 scores against the HX9V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Sony HX9V
NX11 | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Samsung NX11
HX9V | NX11 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 614k | Sharper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX11 and Sony HX9V
NX11 | HX9V | |||
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Introduced | December 2010 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX11 has outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX11 versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the NX11 versus the HX9V.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and HX9V is 80 and 91 respectively.
Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and HX9V.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX11 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony HX9V will show extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively.
Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Samsung NX11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-12-28 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIM Engine | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 553 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $626 | $328 |