Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony RX1R

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony RX1R, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is pretty comparable but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Galaxy NX was launched very close to the RX1R and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Galaxy NX matches up vs the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with exterior dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sony RX1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy NX against the RX1R.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and RX1R is 82 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and RX1R.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy NX due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1R will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.