Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A77 II

Here is a complete review of the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A77 II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was introduced within a month of the A77 II which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX3000 grades versus the A77 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 and Sony SLT-A77 II. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX3000 features outer measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A77 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the NX3000 against the A77 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX3000 and A77 II is 89 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX3000 and A77 II.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A77 II to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.