Samsung NX30 vs Sony A900

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung NX30 vs Sony A900, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the A900 (25MP) is relatively comparable but the NX30 (APS-C) and A900 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The NX30 was announced 5 years after the A900 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX30 matches up versus the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX30 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX30 Gallery & Sony A900 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 enjoys external dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Sony A900 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX30 vs Sony A900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the NX30 and the A900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and A900 is 75 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX30 and A900.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX30 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A900 will provide extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer NX30 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.