Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1
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61 Features
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Replacement is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX200 was released 2 years after the TX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX200 scores versus the TX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony TX1
NX200 | TX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | August 2009 | Newer by 32 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Samsung NX200
TX1 | NX200 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony TX1
NX200 | TX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX200 has outer measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX200 compared to the TX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and TX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and TX1.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX200 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX200 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger NX200 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2012-02-28 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 8cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 618 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $818 | $350 |