Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Boost to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Launched July 2020
- Earlier Model is Sony A7S II
Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Samsung NX5 versus Sony A7S III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and A7S III (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX5 was launched 11 years prior to the A7S III and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the NX5 scores vs the A7S III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX5 & Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Sony A7S III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony A7S III
NX5 | A7S III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Samsung NX5
A7S III | NX5 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | June 2010 | More recent by 123 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 230k | Crisper display (+1210k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony A7S III
NX5 | A7S III | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX5 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX5 versus Sony A7S III in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX5 versus the A7S III.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and A7S III is 80 and 61 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX5 and A7S III.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX5 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX5 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older NX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S III Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Sony Alpha A7S III | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX5 | Sony Alpha A7S III |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-06-01 | 2020-07-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIM Engine | Bionz XR |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.91x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) | 699 grams (1.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 600 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Launch pricing | $499 | $3,499 |