Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 495g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Released April 2011
- Other Name is EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50
- Old Model is Canon 1000D
- Later Model is Canon 1200D
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Released June 2013

Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon 1100D versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1100D (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 1100D was manufactured 3 years prior to the Galaxy NX and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1100D scores versus the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1100D and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1100D Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1100D over the Samsung Galaxy NX
1100D | Galaxy NX |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Canon 1100D
Galaxy NX | 1100D | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | April 2011 | Fresher by 26 months |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1100D and Samsung Galaxy NX
1100D | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 1100D features physical measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1100D versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1100D compared to the Galaxy NX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1100D and Galaxy NX is 67 and 82 respectively.

Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1100D and Galaxy NX.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy NX to offer more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older 1100D is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1100D vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Canon EOS 1100D | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS 1100D | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Also called | EOS Rebel T3 / EOS Kiss X50 | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-04-13 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4272 x 2848 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (29.97, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lb) | 495 grams (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 755 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 images | 440 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $450 | $1,300 |