Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung NX1

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX120 IS and Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and NX1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was unveiled 6 years prior to the NX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX120 IS grades against the NX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Canon SX120 IS and Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX120 IS vs the NX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and NX1 is 87 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and NX1.

As you can see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will show greater detail having an extra 18MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.