Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66
90 Imaging
62 Features
60 Overall
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97 Imaging
42 Features
51 Overall
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 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
- Introduced April 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1000
- Renewed by Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced February 2012
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is relatively similar but the NX1100 (APS-C) and TX66 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX1100 was introduced 14 months later than the TX66 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX1100 matches up versus the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony TX66
NX1100 | TX66 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung NX1100
TX66 | NX1100 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 921k | Clearer screen (+309k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony TX66
NX1100 | TX66 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1100 enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX1100 and the TX66.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and TX66 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1100 and TX66.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent NX1100 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-04-11 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 109 grams (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 852 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | 250 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $600 | $350 |