Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung NX1100

Here is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX610 HS versus Samsung NX1100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX610 HS was introduced 22 months later than the NX1100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX610 HS grades versus the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX610 HS against the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and NX1100 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and NX1100.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX610 HS includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more difficult. The fresher SX610 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.