Samsung NX30 vs Sony A6700

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung NX30 versus Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and A6700 (26MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX30 was introduced 10 years earlier than the A6700 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6700 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the NX30 matches up against the A6700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX30 & Sony Alpha a6700. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX30 Gallery & Sony A6700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 features outside dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Sony A6700 has proportions of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX30 versus Sony A6700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX30 versus the A6700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and A6700 is 75 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX30 and A6700.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony A6700 to provide you with more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older NX30 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.