Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX11

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX11, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and NX11 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The CL5 was announced 22 months prior to the NX11 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CL5 scores against the NX11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the CL5 compared to the NX11.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and NX11 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and NX11.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CL5 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX11 will deliver more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older CL5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.