Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 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
- Released November 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1100
- Replacement is Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released July 2011
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony TX55, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and TX55 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX2000 was revealed 2 years after the TX55 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the NX2000 matches up vs the TX55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX2000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Sony TX55
NX2000 | TX55 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 29 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | 3.3" | Larger display (+0.4") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung NX2000
TX55 | NX2000 | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | 1152k | Clearer display (+78k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Sony TX55
NX2000 | TX55 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX2000 features outer measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX2000 and Sony TX55 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the NX2000 against the TX55.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and TX55 is 89 and 97 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX2000 and TX55.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX2000 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX2000 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer NX2000 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX2000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-11-30 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 pounds) | 109 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 908 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $599 | $350 |