Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 343g - 115 x 64 x 45mm
- Launched July 2021
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Below, we are evaluating the Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX5 was announced 12 years before the ZV-E10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the NX5 matches up against the ZV-E10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX5 & Sony ZV-E10. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sony ZV-E10
| NX5 | ZV-E10 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E10 over the Samsung NX5
| ZV-E10 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2021 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 135 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sony ZV-E10
| NX5 | ZV-E10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX5 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E10 has specifications of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the NX5 against the ZV-E10.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX5 and ZV-E10 is 80 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX5 and ZV-E10.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony ZV-E10 to deliver extra detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged NX5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX5 vs Sony ZV-E10 Specifications
| Samsung NX5 | Sony ZV-E10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung NX5 | Sony ZV-E10 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2010-06-01 | 2021-07-30 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DRIM Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 32000 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 425 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 32 | 150 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| 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 | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x1920 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 499 grams (1.10 pounds) | 343 grams (0.76 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 115 x 64 x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") |
| 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 photos | 440 photos |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $499 | $699 |