Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30
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61 Features
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 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
- Revealed February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Renewed by Samsung NX210
(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
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty close but the NX200 (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX200 was brought out 17 months before the TX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX200 matches up vs the TX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony TX30
NX200 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Samsung NX200
TX30 | NX200 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 17 months | |
Screen size | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 614k | Sharper screen (+615k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony TX30
NX200 | TX30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 features exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX200 and the TX30.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and TX30.
As you can tell, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX200 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older NX200 will be behind in sensor tech.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-02-28 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
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 |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223g (0.49 pounds) | 141g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $818 | $230 |