Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1000
- Replacement is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Released October 2016
- Replaced the Sony A6300

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the A6500 (24MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The NX1100 was brought out 4 years before the A6500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX1100 matches up vs the A6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Alpha a6500. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony A6500
NX1100 | A6500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Samsung NX1100
A6500 | NX1100 | |||
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Released | October 2016 | ![]() | April 2013 | Newer by 42 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony A6500
NX1100 | A6500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 features physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A6500 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX1100 and the A6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and A6500 is 90 and 81 respectively.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and A6500.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A6500 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged NX1100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6500 Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1100 | Sony Alpha a6500 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-04-11 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) | 453 grams (1.00 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 852 | 1405 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $600 | $1,298 |