Canon XC10 vs Samsung NX1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon XC10 versus Samsung NX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the XC10 (1") and NX1 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The XC10 was announced 7 months after the NX1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the XC10 matches up versus the NX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon XC10 and Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon XC10 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon XC10 comes with outside measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Look at the Canon XC10 versus Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the XC10 vs the NX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the XC10 and NX1 is 54 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the XC10 and NX1.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XC10 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will render extra detail with its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher XC10 should have an edge in sensor innovation.