Samsung NX30 vs Sony A58

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX30 and Sony A58, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX30 was introduced 2 months later than the A58 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX30 grades against the A58 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX30 and Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 enjoys outside measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX30 and Sony A58 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the NX30 versus the A58.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and A58 is 75 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX30 and A58.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.