Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30
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![Samsung NX3000 front Samsung NX3000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-NX3000/Samsung-NX3000-front.jpg)
![Sony FX30 front Sony FX30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-FX30/Sony-FX30-front.jpg)
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 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
- Announced May 2014
- Replaced the Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 646g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released September 2022
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and FX30 (26MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The NX3000 was introduced 9 years earlier than the FX30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the NX3000 scores versus the FX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX3000 and Sony FX30. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Sony FX30
NX3000 | FX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX30 over the Samsung NX3000
FX30 | NX3000 | |||
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Released | September 2022 | ![]() | May 2014 | More recent by 101 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+1899k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX3000 and Sony FX30
NX3000 | FX30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Same display dimensions |
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX3000 provides exterior measurements 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 FX30 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the NX3000 vs the FX30.
![Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 size comparison Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX3000-vs-Sony-FX30-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and FX30 is 89 and 64 respectively.
![Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 top view buttons comparison Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX3000-vs-Sony-FX30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and FX30.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony FX30 to render more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older NX3000 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 sensor size comparison Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-NX3000-vs-Sony-FX30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX3000-vs-Sony-FX30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung NX3000 vs Sony FX30 Specifications
Samsung NX3000 | Sony FX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX3000 | Sony FX30 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-05-26 | 2022-09-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 megapixels | 26 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6192 x 4128 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 759 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 187 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 2,360k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 646 grams (1.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 570 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | B740 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Price at release | $897 | $1,800 |