Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung NX mini

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung NX mini, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX30 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX mini and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX30 IS scores vs the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX30 IS provides physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS versus the NX mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and NX mini is 64 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and NX mini.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX30 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX mini will offer you extra detail having its extra 6.5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older SX30 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.