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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700

Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
57
Overall
60
Samsung NX210 front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 front
Portability
58
Imaging
51
Features
58
Overall
53

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Key Specs

Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
  • Released August 2012
  • Old Model is Samsung NX200
  • Refreshed by Samsung NX300
Sony A700
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
  • Released December 2007
  • Superseded the Konica Minolta 7D
  • Newer Model is Sony A77
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Samsung NX210 and Sony A700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and A700 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX210 was brought out 4 years later than the A700 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX210 matches up versus the A700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony A700

 NX210 A700 
ReleasedAugust 2012December 2007Fresher by 57 months

Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Samsung NX210

 A700 NX210 
Display resolution920k614kClearer display (+306k dot)

Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony A700

 NX210 A700 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX210 provides outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX210 and Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX210 compared to the A700.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and A700 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 top view buttons comparison

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX210 and A700.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX210 to resolve more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern NX210 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 sensor size comparison

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung NX210
Portrait photography with Sony A700
77
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
54
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have liveview
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Samsung NX210 Street photography information
Sony A700 Street photography information
73
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (222g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
64
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Samsung NX210 Sports photography factors
Sony A700 Sports photography factors
56
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
56
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
weather proof
supports phase detect AF
does not have liveview
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung NX210
Travel photography with Sony A700
68
lighter than competition in class (222g)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
49
weather proof
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung NX210 Landscape photography highlights
Sony A700 Landscape photography highlights
71
you can focus manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse mode
62
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
2 card slots
does not have liveview
low MP (12MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung NX210 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A700 as a Vlogging camera
34
includes face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (222 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone support
9
lack of video recording
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung NX210 and Sony A700
 Samsung NX210Sony Alpha DSLR-A700
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model Samsung NX210 Sony Alpha DSLR-A700
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Released 2012-08-14 2007-12-19
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5472 x 3648 4272 x 2848
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 15 11
Lens
Lens mounting type Samsung NX Sony/Minolta Alpha
Number of lenses 32 143
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 614k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech Active Matrix OLED screen -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.6x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 8.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 12.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s 1/250s
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) -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 222 grams (0.49 pounds) 768 grams (1.69 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 71 66
DXO Color Depth score 22.8 22.3
DXO Dynamic range score 12.5 11.9
DXO Low light score 719 581
Other
Battery life 330 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model BC1030 NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo
Card slots One Two
Price at release $625 $1,000