Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350
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73 Overall
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX210
- New Model is Samsung NX500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Released June 2008
- Later Model is Sony A380
Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Samsung NX300 and Sony A350, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and A350 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX300 was unveiled 5 years later than the A350 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX300 scores against the A350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Sony A350
NX300 | A350 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | June 2008 | More recent by 67 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 768k | 230k | Clearer display (+538k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Samsung NX300
A350 | NX300 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Sony A350
NX300 | A350 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 has got exterior measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony A350 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX300 and Sony A350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the NX300 versus the A350.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300 and A350 is 86 and 62 respectively.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and A350.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX300 to give extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony A350 Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-11-24 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 768k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) | 674 grams (1.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 76 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 942 | 595 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $750 | $600 |