Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Revealed November 2011
- Newer Model is Sony A68
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A65, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe NX300M was released 14 months later than the A65 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX300M matches up vs the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300M and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony A65
NX300M | A65 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | November 2011 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Display size | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Samsung NX300M
A65 | NX300M | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 768k | Clearer display (+153k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony A65
NX300M | A65 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300M features outer measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX300M and the A65.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and A65 is 86 and 64 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300M and A65.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A65 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer NX300M should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65 Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX300M | Sony SLT-A65 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-01-03 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 32 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 768 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331g (0.73 pounds) | 622g (1.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 560 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $699 | $700 |