Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1
89 Imaging
63 Features
62 Overall
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94 Imaging
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34 Overall
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 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
- Released May 2014
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX3000 was revealed 12 months later than the TF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX3000 matches up versus the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Sony TF1
NX3000 | TF1 | |||
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Announced | May 2014 | June 2013 | More recent by 12 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung NX3000
TF1 | NX3000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX3000 and Sony TF1
NX3000 | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX3000 features outer dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the NX3000 compared to the TF1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and TF1 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX3000 and TF1.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX3000 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX3000 will result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger NX3000 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung NX3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-05-26 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | B740 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $897 | $266 |