Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R 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
- Launched December 2010
- Superseded the Samsung NX10
- Replacement is Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Released June 2013
- Successor is Sony RX1R II
Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Samsung NX11 and Sony RX1R, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX11 was introduced 3 years prior to the RX1R which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the NX11 grades against the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Sony RX1R
NX11 | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung NX11
RX1R | NX11 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | December 2010 | More modern by 30 months | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 614k | Sharper display (+615k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX11 and Sony RX1R
NX11 | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX11 provides physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX11 and Sony RX1R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX11 against the RX1R.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and RX1R is 80 and 79 respectively.
Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX11 and RX1R.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX11 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will offer greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX11 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX11 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Samsung NX11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX11 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-12-28 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 614 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 pounds) | 482g (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 553 | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 270 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $626 | $2,798 |