Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX1100

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX1100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and NX1100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL5 was announced 5 years earlier than the NX1100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the CL5 scores versus the NX1100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL5 & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL5 offers outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX1100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the CL5 against the NX1100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL5 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CL5 and NX1100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CL5 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1100 will give you greater detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.