Samsung NX30 vs Sony a1

Following is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX30 vs Sony a1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and a1 (50MP) and the NX30 (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX30 was announced 8 years prior to the a1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the NX30 matches up versus the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX30 and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX30 has got exterior dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX30 vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the NX30 compared to the a1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and a1 is 75 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX30 and a1.

All in all, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX30 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will offer you greater detail with its extra 30MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged NX30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.