Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Introduced May 2014
- Old Model is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Announced May 2009
- Earlier Model is Sony A300

Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and A330 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The NX3000 was revealed 5 years later than the A330 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NX3000 matches up versus the A330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX3000 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Sony A330
NX3000 | A330 | |||
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Announced | May 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 62 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Samsung NX3000
A330 | NX3000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX3000 and Sony A330
NX3000 | A330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX3000 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
See the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX3000 versus the A330.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and A330 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and A330.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung NX3000 to show more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent NX3000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A330 Specifications
Samsung NX3000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX3000 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-05-26 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lbs) | 529g (1.17 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 230 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | B740 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $897 | $545 |