Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A57

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A57, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and A57 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was launched 21 months after the A57 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the NX3000 scores vs the A57 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX3000 and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX3000 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony A57 has proportions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A57 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the NX3000 vs the A57.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and A57 is 89 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX3000 and A57.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX3000 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent NX3000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.