Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung NX11

Lets look closer at the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung NX11, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very well matched but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX260 HS was brought out 18 months later than the NX11 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX260 HS matches up vs the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS and the NX11.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and NX11 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and NX11.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX260 HS because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX11 will give you greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent SX260 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.