Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 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
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX1100
- Refreshed by Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 50 - 16000 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 732g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched October 2011
- Superseded the Sony A700
- New Model is Sony A77 II
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony A77, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the A77 (24MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX2000 was released 2 years later than the A77 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX2000 matches up vs the A77 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony SLT-A77. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Sony A77
NX2000 | A77 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | October 2011 | More recent by 26 months | |
Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 921k | Sharper display (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 over the Samsung NX2000
A77 | NX2000 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A77
NX2000 | A77 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX2000 offers 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) whilst the Sony A77 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony A77 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the NX2000 compared to the A77.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and A77 is 89 and 59 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and A77.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A77 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer NX2000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A77 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Sony SLT-A77 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX2000 | Sony SLT-A77 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2011-10-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias 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 | 16000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,152 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | 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 | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/250s |
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228g (0.50 lb) | 732g (1.61 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 75 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 908 | 801 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 470 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $599 | $900 |