Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung NX1000

Following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung NX1000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The SX1 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the NX1000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX1 IS scores against the NX1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS offers outside dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX1 IS vs the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and NX1000 is 64 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and NX1000.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX1 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with more detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.