Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980
90 Imaging
62 Features
57 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(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
- Launched August 2012
- Older Model is Samsung NX200
- Refreshed by Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Samsung NX210 versus Sony S980, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and S980 (12MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and S980 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX210 was launched 3 years later than the S980 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the NX210 matches up versus the S980 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony S980
NX210 | S980 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 43 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Samsung NX210
S980 | NX210 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony S980
NX210 | S980 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX210 provides external dimensions 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 S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Samsung NX210 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the NX210 against the S980.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and S980 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX210 and S980.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX210 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX210 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $625 | $300 |