Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3
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86 Imaging
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1000
- Successor is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Successor is Sony NEX-3N
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On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NX1100 was announced 8 months after the NEX-F3 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX1100 matches up vs the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony NEX-F3
| NX1100 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2013 |  | August 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Samsung NX1100
| NEX-F3 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony NEX-F3
| NX1100 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 versus the NEX-F3.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and NEX-F3 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and NEX-F3.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX1100 to produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern NX1100 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
| Samsung NX1100 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX1100 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-04-11 | 2012-08-16 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 222g (0.49 lbs) | 314g (0.69 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 73 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light score | 852 | 1114 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 pictures | 470 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BC1030 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $600 | $470 |