Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1100
- Updated by Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Announced August 2013
- Renewed by Sony a3500
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX2000 was manufactured 4 months after the A3000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX2000 scores vs the A3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Alpha A3000. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Sony A3000
NX2000 | A3000 | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Samsung NX2000
A3000 | NX2000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A3000
NX2000 | A3000 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | August 2013 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX2000 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony A3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX2000 and the A3000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and A3000 is 89 and 69 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and A3000.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX2000 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ image |
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 | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,152k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 gr (0.50 pounds) | 411 gr (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 908 | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $398 |