Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A3000

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung NX1100 and Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was unveiled 4 months prior to the A3000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the NX1100 grades versus the A3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1100 has got physical dimensions 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 A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX1100 compared to the A3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and A3000 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and A3000.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.