Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II
75 Imaging
63 Features
85 Overall
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62 Imaging
65 Features
85 Overall
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Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Launched January 2014
- Superseded the Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched May 2014
- Replaced the Sony A77
Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung NX30 and Sony A77 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe NX30 was announced 4 months earlier than the A77 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX30 matches up vs the A77 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX30 and Sony SLT-A77 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Sony A77 II
NX30 | A77 II | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Samsung NX30
A77 II | NX30 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 1036k | Sharper display (+193k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX30 and Sony A77 II
NX30 | A77 II | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | May 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 features outer measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Sony A77 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
See the Samsung NX30 and Sony A77 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX30 and the A77 II.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX30 and A77 II is 75 and 62 respectively.
Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX30 and A77 II.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A77 II to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung NX30 vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Samsung NX30 | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX30 | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2014-01-03 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMeIV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,036 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.66x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 375g (0.83 pounds) | 647g (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 77 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1014 | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 480 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1410 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $1,198 |