Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 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
- Released August 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX200
- Replacement is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed November 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A65
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A68, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX210 was brought out 4 years earlier than the A68 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX210 scores vs the A68 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 and Sony SLT-A68. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony A68
NX210 | A68 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 461k | Sharper display (+153k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Samsung NX210
A68 | NX210 | |||
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Revealed | November 2015 | August 2012 | More recent by 39 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony A68
NX210 | A68 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX210 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A68 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX210 versus the A68.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX210 and A68 is 90 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and A68.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A68 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older NX210 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony A68 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX210 | Sony SLT-A68 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-08-14 | 2015-11-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
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 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 | 222g (0.49 lbs) | 610g (1.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 71 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 510 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $625 | $581 |