Samsung NX5 vs Sony TX9
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony TX9 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
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced July 2010
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Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung NX5 versus Sony TX9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe NX5 was introduced within a month of the TX9 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX5 grades versus the TX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony TX9
| NX5 | TX9 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Samsung NX5
| TX9 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony TX9
| NX5 | TX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX5 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX5 versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the NX5 compared to the TX9.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX5 and TX9 is 80 and 95 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX5 and TX9.
As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX5 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX5 will offer you greater detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively.
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
| Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2010-06-01 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 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 | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
| Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.00 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $499 | $799 |