Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Launched January 2014
Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX5 and Sony W830, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and W830 (20MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX5 was announced 4 years earlier than the W830 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the NX5 grades vs the W830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony W830
NX5 | W830 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung NX5
W830 | NX5 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | June 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony W830
NX5 | W830 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX5 features physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX5 and Sony W830 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the NX5 compared to the W830.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX5 and W830 is 80 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX5 and W830.
To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX5 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony W830 will result in more detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged NX5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-06-01 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIM Engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 122g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $499 | $128 |