Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A6100

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A6100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was introduced 6 years earlier than the A6100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the NX3000 scores vs the A6100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX3000 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A6100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX3000 and the A6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and A6100 is 89 and 81 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX3000 and A6100.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A6100 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX3000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.