Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560
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Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Launched January 2014
- Previous Model is Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Samsung NX30 versus Sony W560, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and W560 (14MP) and the NX30 (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX30 was manufactured 3 years later than the W560 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the NX30 scores vs the W560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Sony W560
NX30 | W560 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 230k | Clearer display (+806k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Samsung NX30
W560 | NX30 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX30 and Sony W560
NX30 | W560 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX30 has outer measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX30 versus Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NX30 versus the W560.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and W560 is 75 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX30 and W560.
All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX30 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX30 will resolve more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger NX30 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX30 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Samsung NX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-01-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMeIV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,036 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | AMOLED | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.66x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 375 grams (0.83 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1014 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1410 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $699 | $139 |