Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 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
- Released April 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX1000
- Updated by Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Old Model is Sony A65
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX1100 was launched 3 years prior to the A68 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX1100 scores versus the A68 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1100 and Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony A68
NX1100 | A68 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Samsung NX1100
A68 | NX1100 | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | April 2013 | More modern by 31 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony A68
NX1100 | A68 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 features outer dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the NX1100 and the A68.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1100 and A68 is 90 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and A68.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A68 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged NX1100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX1100 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-04-11 | 2015-11-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 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 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 610 grams (1.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 73 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | 852 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | 510 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $600 | $581 |