Samsung NX5 vs Sony HX10V
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Refreshed by Sony HX20V
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Following is a complete review of the Samsung NX5 and Sony HX10V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty comparable but the NX5 (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX5 was launched 21 months before the HX10V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX5 grades against the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony HX10V
| NX5 | HX10V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Samsung NX5
| HX10V | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2012 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 21 months |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony HX10V
| NX5 | HX10V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX5 compared to the HX10V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX5 and HX10V is 80 and 91 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX5 and HX10V.
As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX10V will show more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
| Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-06-01 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DRIM Engine | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15MP | 18MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Available lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 11.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 234g (0.52 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 photos | 320 photos |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $499 | $616 |