Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Updated by Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Announced August 2010
- Superseded the Sony A500
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A560, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and A560 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX210 was introduced 2 years after the A560 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX210 grades against the A560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony A560
NX210 | A560 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | August 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A560 over the Samsung NX210
A560 | NX210 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony A560
NX210 | A560 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 provides physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A560 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the NX210 compared to the A560.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and A560 is 90 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX210 and A560.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung NX210 to produce extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern NX210 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A560 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX210 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-08-14 | 2010-08-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 29.97 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 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 599 gr (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 71 | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | 817 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 1050 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $625 | $650 |