Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830
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Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 287g - 120 x 64 x 43mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Older Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2014
Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX500 and Sony W830, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and W830 (20MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NX500 was introduced 14 months later than the W830 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX500 matches up against the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX500 over the Sony W830
NX500 | W830 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | January 2014 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 230k | Sharper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung NX500
W830 | NX500 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX500 and Sony W830
NX500 | W830 | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX500 enjoys physical measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX500 and Sony W830 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the NX500 vs the W830.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and W830 is 87 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and W830.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX500 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX500 will give more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent NX500 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX500 vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung NX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe 5 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,036 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Smart flash, auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, fill w/redeye reduction, 1st-curtain, 2nd-curtain, off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.265 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 287 grams (0.63 lb) | 122 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 64 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 87 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1379 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $800 | $128 |