Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 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
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011
Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the NX5 (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX5 was launched 13 months earlier than the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX5 scores versus the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony WX30
NX5 | WX30 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Samsung NX5
WX30 | NX5 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | June 2010 | More recent by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX30
NX5 | WX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX5 compared to the WX30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and WX30 is 80 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX5 and WX30.
Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX5 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX30 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older NX5 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-01 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIM Engine | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 shots | 250 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $499 | $259 |