Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is very close but the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX600 HS was brought out 9 months after the NX1100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX600 HS scores versus the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS has got external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS versus the NX1100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and NX1100 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and NX1100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX600 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.