Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Renewed by Samsung NX210
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and A35 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX200 was introduced 6 months later than the A35 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the NX200 grades vs the A35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX200 and Sony SLT-A35. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony A35
NX200 | A35 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Samsung NX200
A35 | NX200 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 614k | Clearer display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony A35
NX200 | A35 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | September 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 comes with outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the NX200 and the A35.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and A35 is 90 and 69 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and A35.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX200 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A35 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Sony SLT-A35 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-02-28 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest 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), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 223g (0.49 lbs) | 415g (0.91 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | 618 | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 440 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $818 | $598 |