Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung NX1

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung NX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SX620 HS was brought out 21 months after the NX1 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX620 HS grades vs the NX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS has outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the NX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and NX1 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and NX1.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX620 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will result in greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.