Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 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
- Revealed November 2013
- Previous Model is Samsung NX1100
- Refreshed by Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Revealed November 2011
- Updated by Sony A68
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A65, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX2000 was released 2 years later than the A65 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the NX2000 grades versus the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Sony A65
NX2000 | A65 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | November 2011 | Fresher by 25 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 921k | Sharper display (+231k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Samsung NX2000
A65 | NX2000 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A65
NX2000 | A65 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX2000 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony A65 has specifications of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX2000 against the A65.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and A65 is 89 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and A65.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A65 to give more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer NX2000 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX2000 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-11-30 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
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), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228g (0.50 pounds) | 622g (1.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 908 | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 560 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $599 | $700 |