Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung NX1100

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The SX1 IS was manufactured 5 years prior to the NX1100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX1 IS matches up versus the NX1100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX1 IS features exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX1 IS and the NX1100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and NX1100 is 64 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and NX1100.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX1 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1100 will provide extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.