Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310
90 Imaging
62 Features
57 Overall
60
96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 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
- Revealed August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and W310 (12MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and W310 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe NX210 was revealed 2 years after the W310 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX210 grades versus the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony W310
NX210 | W310 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 32 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung NX210
W310 | NX210 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony W310
NX210 | W310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX210 against the W310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and W310 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX210 and W310.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX210 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX210 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent NX210 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 614k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 lbs) | 137g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $625 | $150 |