Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30
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63 Features
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Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Launched November 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX1100
- Renewed by Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Previous Model is Samsung NX20
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Samsung. The resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX2000 was launched very close to the NX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX2000 scores vs the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 and Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Samsung NX30
NX2000 | NX30 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 1036k | Sharper screen (+116k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Samsung NX2000
NX30 | NX2000 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung NX30
NX2000 | NX30 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | January 2014 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX2000 offers external measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the NX2000 vs the NX30.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and NX30 is 89 and 75 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and NX30.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Samsung NX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX2000 | Samsung NX30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2014-01-03 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMeIV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,152k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 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 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 228 grams (0.50 lb) | 375 grams (0.83 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | 77 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 908 | 1014 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 360 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | BP1410 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $599 | $699 |