Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung NX1100

Following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and NX1100 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The SX120 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the NX1100 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX120 IS scores vs the NX1100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX120 IS offers physical measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has sizing 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX120 IS versus the NX1100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and NX1100 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and NX1100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1100 will deliver greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.